Future-Ready Design: A Collaborative Exploration of What's Next for Data Centers
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Panelists
Walter P Moore Panelists:
Steve Wiemeler, PE
Additional Panelists:
| Noah Poe | Vice President of Engineering | Menlo Digital |
| Steven Dolejsi | Applications Engineering Manager | IPEX by Aliaxis |
| Maryam Zahedi | Principal Staff Mechanical Engineer – Cooling Capacity & CFD | Equinix |
| Scott Hacker | Corporate Development | Raptor Power Systems |
Synopsis
This panel brings together leading experts in engineering, cooling, structural design, power systems, and strategic development to explore what “future‑ready” means for the next generation of data centers.
Moderated by Josh Kingsley of Xylem, the discussion will highlight how innovation, cross‑disciplinary collaboration, and adaptable design strategies are shaping more resilient, efficient, and scalable facilities. Walter P Moore’s Steve Wiemeler adds a structural engineering perspective to the conversation, joining fellow panelists Noah M. Poe, Steven Dolejsi, Maryam Zahedi, and Scott Hacker in sharing practical insights and emerging trends that will influence upcoming projects across the industry.
Learning Objectives
- Identify emerging design and engineering trends that are influencing next‑generation data center construction, including sustainability, scalability, resilience, and performance optimization.
- Understand how cross‑disciplinary collaboration—from structural engineering and mechanical systems to power infrastructure and strategic planning—drives more efficient, future‑ready facilities.
- Gain insights from real‑world experiences shared by panel experts across engineering, cooling technologies, and power systems to inform strategic planning and project execution.
- Apply principles of future‑ready thinking to upcoming projects, ensuring facilities are designed not only for today’s needs but for long‑term growth and technology transformation.