In July 2024, I attended the EarthAI - Meet and Make event at The Conduit in London. This inspiring gathering focused on innovative AI solutions for environmental challenges, particularly those created by climate change.

The event featured presentations from experts and a collaborative session where we developed practical AI-driven solutions for environmental issues.

Event Highlights

• Sharon Chen from Revent discussed the challenges of transitioning to a green electricity grid.
• Cien S. demonstrated AI tools use cases using Launch Lemonade🍋, including 'Judge My Fridge', which provides carbon-cutting recommendations based on fridge contents.
• Peter Mandeno (PhD) explored the human dimension of AI and its potential impacts on connectivity.
• Group brainstorming session on AI solutions for electrification challenges.

My Contribution

During the group session, we focused on the behavioral challenge of managing home appliances for efficient energy use. In just about an hour, I was able to develop a prototype tool based on our group discussion, demonstrating the potential of rapid AI development in addressing climate change issues.

Key Takeaways

• A fully electrified world would use half the energy but almost twice as much electricity compared to today.
• AI tools can provide practical solutions for reducing carbon footprint in everyday life.
• The importance of considering human factors when developing AI solutions for climate change.
• Collaborative brainstorming can lead to rapid development of innovative AI prototypes.

Acknowledgements

I'd like to express my gratitude to Graham Randles for his kind words and recognition of my contribution. It was a pleasure to work alongside talented individuals like Tanya Mulesa, Carmen Lo, Soraya Etienne, and Julian Asher. The collaborative spirit of this event truly showcased the power of bringing diverse minds together to tackle climate challenges.