Energy and technology companies are well placed to collaborate on reducing the carbon footprint of data centers. Two priorities stand out: Energy efficiency Technology players should continue to invest in the energy efficiency of data centers and their constituent technologies to minimize the energy demand of AI and its associated emissions. Carbon-free electricity Energy and technology players should collaborate on increasing the availability of carbon-free electricity to data centers and increasing the reliability of the grid. For example, joint investment and power-purchasing agreements in collaboration with grid operators and regulators can be effective means to accelerate build-out of generation capacity and transmission infrastructure. 03 Expand and enhance grid capacity and increase availability of carbon-free electricity, especially in locally stressed grids or regions—while continuing to innovate to increase energy efficiency 94 Powering Possible 93