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Pathway: Building Operations

Data Centers: Energy Management & Sustainability Strategies

Through a blend of practical strategies, case studies, and forward-looking insights, attendees will gain actionable expertise to improve operational performance, reduce costs, and future-proof their facilities.

Basic/Intermediate Prerequisites are required (read more)

Wed, June 24th, 2026

1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

Virtual

Learning Objectives

  • Understand energy consumption in data centers – from IT loads to cooling and support systems. 
  • Analyze the “anatomy” of a data center – exploring white space, gray space, and the role of servers, storage, networking, and cooling. 
  • Apply efficiency metrics such as Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) to evaluate and track performance. 
  • Implement best-practice strategies including hot aisle/cold aisle design, containment, raised floors, economizers, and cooling optimization. 
  • Explore alternative technologies such as liquid cooling, fuel cells, solar integration, seawater cooling, and microgrids. 
  • Develop plans for existing and new facilities that balance cost, performance, and resilience while overcoming common barriers like first-cost bias. 

Course Details

  • Why Are We Here? 
    • Data Center energy trends and current state of the industry 
  • Anatomy of a Data Center 
    • The Pieces and parts that make up a data center 
  • Data Center Energy Basics 
    • How data centers use, save, and waste energy 
  • The Energy Efficient Data Center 
    • What can we do to save energy in our data centers 
  • Into the Future 
    • Emerging technologies and tactics in data center energy efficiency and sustainability 
  • Quick Hits 
    • Some quick tips to use when considering data center retrofits and design.
Provider:

PBJ Media Holdings, LLC

Instructor:

Andrew Vaillencourt

Course Type:

Virtual, Live Instruction

Course Dates:

Tuesday, June 24, 2026 | 1:00pm-5:00pm

Registration Deadline:

June 23, 2026 at 6:00am (12-person capacity)

Time Commitment:

4 hours

Prerequisites:

Data center operators, MEP contractors, facility and energy managers, business development professionals, and energy professionals from a cross section of sectors will all benefit from the materials presented in this course. At 1000-level, participants are expected to be nominally conversant in the basics of current technologies like HVAC, controls, and basic building science. No advanced knowledge is necessary to get the most from this course.

CEU:

4 PDH | .4 CEU

Record of Completion:

Certificate of Completion

All training and certification courses are offered at no cost to participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the time commitment, registrants may not sign up for conflicting courses unless the conflicting course is self-paced. This course is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional, financial, tax, or legal advice. Participation in this course does not establish a professional relationship with the instructor or the DCSEU. Course content is subject to change, and we do not guarantee that it will perfectly match descriptions on our website or social media. We are not responsible for students' access to course materials, required products, or their ability to complete the course due to skill level, commitment, or other factors. No guarantees are made regarding earnings, success, or specific outcomes. Course participants are solely responsible for complying with all applicable laws, and the DCSEU and presenters disclaims any liability for penalties or damages incurred due to non-compliance.

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