The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure across the APEC region is generating new electricity demand patterns characterized by high-density, reliability-sensitive, and rapidly scalable loads. The private sector—including digital infrastructure operators, utilities, energy technology providers, engineering firms, and standards organizations—is advancing innovative approaches and solutions in this space; however, effective adoption of these solutions depends on regulatory clarity, infrastructure planning coordination, and predictable market frameworks within individual economies. Through two virtual public-private dialogues (PPD), this project will identify infrastructure and regulatory constraints associated with AI-driven load growth. PPD findings will inform a concise stocktaking analysis that discusses challenges and opportunities for energy and AI private sector actors in APEC. The project will culminate with an in-person APEC workshop where economies can discuss the findings of the analysis, exchange policy approaches, examine planning frameworks, and explore practical pathways for leveraging private sector innovation.