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As artificial intelligence and related technologies such as cloud computing and data centers become increasingly integrated into our daily lives, questions about their environmental impact are growing more urgent. What are the true ecological costs of these tools? What steps can we take to reduce harm and innovate more sustainable solutions?<\/p>\n

Join Temple University Libraries and the Office of Sustainability for a timely panel discussion exploring the complex intersection of AI and environmental sustainability. Experts from law, philosophy, computer science, and information technology will bring diverse perspectives to this critical conversation on how we can chart a path toward “green AI.”<\/p>\n

Panelists:<\/p>\n

Laura Bingham, J.D., M.A.<\/strong>
\nPractice Professor of Law and Executive Director, Institute for Law, Innovation, and Technology, Temple Law School<\/p>\n

An internationally recognized expert in nationality and migration law, Professor Bingham brings a social justice perspective to technology and sustainability.<\/p>\n

Larry Brandolph<\/strong>
\nVice President for Information Technology, Temple University<\/p>\n

Oversees Temple\u2019s IT infrastructure and cybersecurity strategy, aligning technology goals with the university\u2019s broader mission and sustainability efforts.<\/p>\n

Brian Hutler, J.D., Ph.D<\/strong>.
\nAssistant Professor of Philosophy, Temple University<\/p>\n

Specializes in political philosophy, bioethics, and the philosophy of law, with research focused on human rights and global governance\u2014offering a critical ethical lens on the development of AI.<\/p>\n

Sudhir Kumar, Ph.D.<\/strong>
\nLaura H. Carnell Professor and Director, Institute for Genomics and Evolutionary Medicine (iGEM)<\/p>\n

Leads innovative work integrating machine learning with biology while advocating for greener data practices and reproducible science.<\/p>\n

Moderator:<\/p>\n

Jonathan Latko<\/strong>
\nAssistant Vice President, Information Technology Services, Temple University<\/p>\n

Founder of Temple\u2019s Computer Recycling Center and a long-time advocate for sustainable technology practices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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