ECo Talks: Sustainability in the Era of AI with Amy Luers
Amy Luers, Senior Global Director for Sustainability Science and Innovation at Microsoft, will present her talk, “ Sustainability in the Era of AI,” as part of the ECo Talks series produced by the Earth Commons.
About the Speaker:
Amy Luers is the senior global director for sustainability science and innovation at Microsoft. In this role she leads Microsoft AI & sustainability work, and informs the company’s sustainability strategy, investments, and policy. Previously, she served as executive director of Future Earth, assistant director for climate resilience and information at the White House in the Obama administration, and senior environment manager at Google. Dr. Luers spent the first decade of her career working in Latin America, where she cofounded Agua Para La Vida, a nonprofit organization that works with rural communities to enhance access to potable water. Currently, she serves on advisory board of Veolia Institute, the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment, the Gund Institute for Environment. Dr. Luers is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and has been a member of the National Academy of Sciences Roundtable on Climate Security, and committee on geographical science. She has both a PhD in environmental science and MA in international policy studies from Stanford University, and a BS/MS in environmental systems engineering from Humbold State University, and BA in philosophy from Middlebury College. She has published widely on topics including societal vulnerability and resilience, climate impact and policy, science communication, and digitalization and sustainability.
About the Talk:
The rise of AI presents unprecedented opportunities as well as significant challenges for global sustainability. As AI technologies rapidly reshape our world, we must reimagine how we approach sustainability. This talk will explore how AI can be harnessed to address urgent environmental and social issues, while also considering potential risks and unintended consequences. By understanding the unique dynamics of this AI-driven era, we can develop innovative strategies that reflect this new paradigm and build a more sustainable future.
Event Details: Light refreshments will be provided. Free and open to all. No RSVP required.
About the Series: ECo Talks feature scholars, leaders and innovators sparking conversation, sharing knowledge, and spurring change. ECo Talks are presented by the Earth Commons Fridays 11:30 am – 12:30 pm. Learn more about the series >>
