Inside Top SWPA Data Center and Energy Projects

Data centers have become a ubiquitous presence in American society. This phenomenon has taken hold in the Pittsburgh region, as well, with data centers planned for Springdale Borough in Allegheny County, Homer City in Indiana County, and Beaver Valley in Beaver County. See how these and other projects are becoming Pittsburgh's Power Play!

Powering the AI Revolution From Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has always powered America’s revolutions — from steel and coal to nuclear energy and the factories that forged the Arsenal of Democracy. Today, the AI revolution represents the most profound change of our lifetimes. And Pennsylvania should be at its forefront. Fueling the AI revolution will require the largest energy infrastructure buildout in generations. Senator Dave McCormick has key insights.

The Business of Powering Data Centers and Beyond

Tech Council CEO Audrey Russo wants to be direct about something. The numbers surrounding Pennsylvania’s data center and energy moment are breathtaking — $110 billion in announced investment, over two dozen proposed facilities statewide, and projects like the $10 billion Homer City Energy Campus transforming a shuttered coal plant into the largest natural gas-powered data center campus in the country. Read more here.

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Etzel's Engineering-Led Data Center Construction

As the Pittsburgh region strengthens its position as a national leader in advanced computing, robotics, and digital infrastructure, Etzel Engineer and Build is emerging as one of Western Pennsylvania’s most influential contributors to mission-critical construction. Etzel’s rise is rooted in a disciplined, engineering-driven approach to complex project delivery. Learn more here.

Opportunities & Challenges for Regional Data Centers

The rapid growth of data centers – driven by cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and the need for low-latency digital infrastructure – has transformed what were once primarily real estate projects into some of the most complex developments in the energy and infrastructure sectors in our region. At the core of modern data center development is power. Dive into the challenges and opportunities.

What 60 Years Have Taught Us About What Comes Next

Pittsburgh has always been a city forged in transformation—from the smoke-belching steel mills that powered America’s industrial might to the cutting-edge software and silicon that now drive global innovation. Pittsburgh has always been a city forged in transformation—from the smoke-belching steel mills that powered America’s industrial might to the cutting-edge tech that now drives global innovation. Donwil's Chris Massetti has more.

Building AI Strategies That Actually Deliver

AI has moved past experimentation. For manufacturers, the real question is where it delivers value and where it becomes noise. Grounded in real-world insights and industry research, the 2026 AI Industry Trends Report highlights what leaders must do differently to ensure AI drives efficiency, productivity, and measurable business impact.

Why Startup Culture Breaks at Scale

Every startup has a culture from day one, even if nobody writes it down. It emerges organically from the founders' personalities, habits, and preferences. If the founder is a night owl who sends Slack messages at 2am, that quietly becomes the norm. Most founders don't ignore culture — they just assume it's handled. Learn how to manage it here.