AI-mageddon: Killing The Planet One Byte at a Time

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM · 1 hr. (Europe/Berlin)
Stage 8 - Confex Level 2
Talk
~All~AICultureResearch & Education

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Learn about the environmental impact AI is having on our planet. We will explore the history that led us to this moment and speak plainly about the realities we face as workers and citizens. We will then dive into the facts and evidence around the catastrophic environmental impact and the energy usage of different AI tools. This will help you make more informed decisions around whether to use AI or not.
Topics
~All~AICultureResearch & Education
Track
Call for Change
Session Type
Talk
Target Audiences
Mid to Senior Level Developers
Experience Level
Intermediate
Key Take Aways
Attendees will gain comprehensive understanding of the climate impact AI and Data Centers are having on the planet. They can expect to leave with a clear picture of our current times and the environmental cost associated with different AI technologies. They can use this to help inform their future use of AI.
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