Digital Energy Council

The Digital Energy Council is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing policies related to digital energy. It is the first member association focused solely on this sector, aiming to accelerate energy infrastructure opportunities in the United States.

Mission

The Digital Energy Council works through four key pillars:

• Advancing Energy Development and Grid Resilience: The DEC promotes policies that enhance energy infrastructure, national security, and competitiveness in the U.S. energy market.
• Education and Policy Advocacy: It provides federal policymakers and stakeholders with the necessary information and education to inform sound policy and rulemaking.
• Promoting Industry Synergy: The organization acts as a leading voice in both public and private sectors, using a data-driven strategy to integrate energy development into everyday life.
• Diverse Collaboration: DEC gathers diverse voices and expertise to create opportunities for the U.S. to lead in responsible mining and energy development.

Key Areas of Focus

• U.S. Energy Development: The organization focuses on opportunities in developing energy infrastructure, enhancing national security, and creating economic opportunities, especially in rural areas.
• National Security: It emphasizes the importance of energy security as a component of national security, exploring emerging technologies to enhance grid security.
• Economic Advancement: Digital energy is seen as a means to offer high-paying jobs and improve access to financial systems in underserved communities.

Activities and Statements

The Digital Energy Council has been active in submitting statements to various committees, including the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. These statements address topics such as the growth of electric power demand and the integration of emerging technologies like AI in the energy sector.

Leadership

The founder and president of the Digital Energy Council is Tom Mapes, who previously worked as Chief of Staff for International Affairs at the Department of Energy and developed advocacy campaigns on Capitol Hill. Mapes has been instrumental in highlighting the intersection of digital technologies and energy needs, particularly in the context of cryptocurrency and data centers.

Impact

The organization's efforts are aimed at supporting the industry through policy advocacy and education, ensuring that the growing importance of digital energy is recognized and integrated effectively into U.S. energy policy.