Session 5 of 8 in the Series Climate Literacy Training for Policymakers | The AI Dilemma, Cryptocurrencies and Policy Pathways
In Collaboration with: Nottingham Trent University | QS ImpACT | UNPRME | UNPRME Working Groups | University of Technology Sydney
NB: This is session 5 out of series of 8 sessions | Attend a single session for a working model of one sector; complete the entire pathway/series of 8 sessions, including the assessment, for a certificate and hands-on climate-simulation capability.
SESSION 5 – This session is being delivered twice to support different time zones. Please register for the most appropriate time for your local time zone:
Time Zone A | 11am – 12pm, BST (Find Local Time)
Time Zone B | 10pm – 11pm, BST (Find Local Time)
Platform: Zoom
Duration: 1 hour
Description: The rapid growth of artificial intelligence is increasing demand for data centres and the energy needed to power them, creating new challenges for climate policy.
The session examines the carbon and energy implications of these technologies and the policy levers available to governments, including efficiency standards, procurement, transparency and demand management. The session also explores another rapidly growing, energy-intensive area: cryptocurrencies.
Participants will explore the Jevons Paradox and consider how policymakers can develop frameworks that encourage energy efficiency, on-site renewable generation and heat reuse, while ensuring that digital infrastructure supports national climate goals.
The session will provide practical insights into how governments can manage growing energy demand from digital technologies while supporting innovation and a sustainable digital transition.
| Speakers: | |
| Khaled Gaafar | System Dynamics Modeler at Climate Interactive. Khaled combines simulation modelling and participatory methods to investigate complex systems. |
| Sam Wellington | Technical Project Manager at Climate Interactive. Sam consults with external advisors and internal leadership to define feature development projects for the En‑ROADS and C‑ROADS Simulators. He liaises across the Technology and Engagement teams to ensure smooth end-to-end implementation and public release of new features. |