David Kolata
Energy Policy Strategist | Founder, DK Strategies | VP Policy at Sealed | Advisor to Tusk Venture Partners
- Role
- Energy Advisor at Tusk Venture Partners
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About David Kolata
I advise companies, investors, and organizations on energy policy, electricity markets, and regulatory strategy, with a focus on energy efficiency, virtual power plants, infrastructure development, and emerging technologies. My work sits at the intersection of policy, markets, and politics—developing frameworks that are economically durable, politically viable, and scalable across jurisdictions. I focus in particular on the challenges created by rapid demand growth—especially data centers and AI-driven load—and the policy and planning frameworks needed to support that growth while improving affordability and reliability. I help clients navigate complex regulatory environments, shape legislative and utility outcomes, and design market, tariff, and incentive structures that enable infrastructure to scale while protecting consumers.
Experience
Energy Advisor
Sep 2025 — Present
Advisor to Tusk Venture Partners on energy policy, electricity markets, and regulatory strategy, with a focus on AI-driven load growth, data center infrastructure, and next-generation compute.
Education
University of Toronto
Master's degree
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor's degree
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