EI is also known as “Enernet”, which is an Internet of energy (IOE). EI aims to transform energy production, storage, and transport. George Sakellaris is the founder, chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer of Ameresco. Our current energy. Building the Energy Internet involves transforming traditional, one-way power grids into decentralized, intelligent, and two-way, digital networks. The global data center sector will likely expand at a 14% CAGR through 2030, which will require energy innovations to alleviate grid constraints. Hyperscalers will remain a key driver of sector growth. The U. Department of Energy (DOE), through the Office of the Under Secretary for Infrastructure, is focused on working across the public and private sectors to help the U. transition to the clean energy economy.