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ESG Insider: A podcast from S&P Global

How AWS sees the AI landscape for sustainability evolving

Nov 8, 2024
Hussein Shel, Chief Technologist and Head of Upstream Digital Transformation at Amazon Web Services, dives into the role of AI in promoting sustainability. He discusses how AWS is leveraging AI and machine learning to optimize energy usage and integrate renewables into the grid. Hussein highlights the balance between generative AI's energy demands and the innovations aimed at enhancing efficiency. He also addresses the importance of responsible AI practices in tackling sustainability challenges and minimizing carbon footprints.
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  • AI's growing electricity demands may exacerbate emissions, yet it simultaneously has significant potential to optimize energy consumption for sustainability.
  • AWS is innovating with custom silicon to enhance AI efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, emphasizing responsible AI usage and equitable access to technology.

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Opportunities and Challenges of AI for Climate Action

Artificial intelligence (AI) presents both opportunities and challenges in addressing climate change. With a focus on data centers, AI's increasing demand for electricity raises concerns about rising emissions, especially as companies look to fossil fuels to meet this demand. However, AI is also seen as a facilitator in creating sustainable outcomes, with its ability to process large datasets and optimize energy consumption. For instance, the use of generative AI can enhance traditional machine learning models by filling in the gaps in real-world data, allowing for better predictions and optimization of energy systems.

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