Digitalization and AI in Energy Appalachia Conference

The Digitalization and AI in Energy Appalachia Conference is a pivotal implementation-focused event tailored for upstream, midstream, and plant teams in the energy sector. This conference addresses the critical shift from pilot programs to standardized practices in the deployment of digital systems and AI technologies across the gas value chain. As we look towards 2026, the focus shifts from questioning the value AI and digital tools can provide to how organizations can efficiently and effectively deploy these technologies across various assets. The primary goal of the event is to facilitate the establishment of scalable digital systems that ensure reliable adoption and measurable operational results.At the conference, attendees will engage with leaders who are responsible for transforming digital initiatives into repeatable programs. Key topics will include operating models, governance, data readiness, and the alignment of cybersecurity measures. Participants will gain insights into the deployment patterns that keep technology solutions functioning beyond their initial launch. The program will also highlight what practices are being standardized, what is being phased out, and what strategies are being successfully scaled across various operational areas, including pads, gathering systems, compression, processing, and pipelines. Expect to hear candid implementation lessons on common pitfalls, strategies for overcoming obstacles, and methods for tracking value without turning digital efforts into mere reporting exercises. The conference will attract a diverse group of professionals, including operations and asset leadership from upstream and midstream sectors, plant leadership, maintenance teams, control room leaders, and SCADA practitioners. Additionally, digital, data, and AI leaders who are responsible for delivering and scaling these innovations will be present, along with OT cybersecurity experts, network engineers, and remote access owners. Engineering teams focused on integrity, measurement, and allocation will also be represented, as will technology partners, integrators, and EPCs supporting deployment and handover. This event is particularly relevant for Appalachian operators and midstream teams who are navigating the complexities of growth, reliability expectations, and workforce constraints. The teams that emerge victorious will be those that can effectively scale their delivery processes and sustain positive results, moving beyond the realm of mere proof of concept.