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An Introduction to AI and Sustainability

With Amy Luers Liked by 939 users
Duration: 41m Skill level: General Released: 3/28/2024

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Humanity is at a pivotal moment. To avert the worst impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss, society must transform away from our carbon-intensive and resource-depleting growth–at an unprecedented scale and pace. In this course, Amy Luers, Senior Global Director for Sustainability Science and Innovation at Microsoft, explains how artificial intelligence can help achieve the scale and pace of changes needed to meet global sustainability targets like net zero emissions while protecting and restoring nature. She outlines the opportunities and challenges of leveraging AI tools for accelerating sustainability progress, and what is needed to fully leverage their potential. Learn how AI can help reduce carbon emissions, expand access to renewable energy, reduce waste, and enhance the ability to protect biodiversity. Plus, learn how to ensure that AI is responsibly developed and deployed so that it can empower every person and organization to accelerate their sustainability progress.

This course is part of a Professional Certificate from Microsoft.

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  • Khalid Alsahly Khalid Alsahly

    Khalid Alsahly

    Senior DF engineer in Libda , AOSG , DECS oil services company – DF supervisor in AOSG – Petroleum courses / internships designer and instructor –…

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    Maureen Apple Gonzales

    SAVP and Head of Communication and Content Management at PNB

    4/5 October 30, 2025
    This course is an eye-opener. It's good to know how the use if AI can impact carbon footprint.
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    Abayomi Muyiwa KOLADE, OCS HCM (Certified)

    Senior Oracle HCM & Payroll Consultant | 14+ Years in Oracle EBS 1+ in Fusion | HR Transformation | Fast Formulas | Payroll Optimization |…

    4/5 October 28, 2025
    My experience with An Introduction to AI and Sustainability was enlightening. I learned how artificial intelligence can drive environmental responsibility by optimising energy use, reducing waste, and promoting greener innovations. It inspired me to think critically about sustainable technology solutions for the future.
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