AI as a Climate Ally

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Sustainability Forward

Wrishi Sutradhar and Carmine Fiume

40 episodes

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"Sustainability Forward," hosted by Wrishi and Carmine, is a podcast exploring the multifaceted world of sustainability. Each episode delves into critical areas like technology, policy, and finance, catering to both beginners and experts. We bring clarity to complex topics, featuring discussions with thought leaders and innovators in the field. Available on Spotify, Apple, and Google Podcasts, join us in understanding and shaping a sustainable future.

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AI as a Climate Ally

Sustainability Forward

14 minutes 20 seconds

4 months ago

AI as a Climate Ally

As heatwaves scorch Europe and global electricity demand surges—up 4% in 2024 alone—can artificial intelligence be part of the solution to climate change rather than the problem?

In this episode of Sustainability Forward, Wrishi and Carmine explore the double-edged sword of AI’s environmental footprint. From the staggering water and energy consumption of data centers to AI-driven breakthroughs in energy efficiency, methane detection, wildfire response, and food waste reduction, this conversation offers a candid look at AI's climate promise—and its pitfalls.

Drawing from new insights in the Global Electricity Review 2025 by Ember and projections from Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, we examine how AI could help cut up to 5.4 billion tonnes of CO₂ by 2035—but only if used wisely.

Whether you're in tech, policy, or simply climate-curious, this is the episode to understand how AI is shaping the future of our planet—one algorithm at a time.