Webinar: The climate impact of digital trends – The consequences of digital currencies, AI and more with Alex de Vries

On the 10th of September, from 11:00 to 12:00, the Nationale Coalitie Duurzame Digitalisering (NCDD) hosted a thought-provoking webinar in collaboration with Alex de Vries from VU Amsterdam, titled The Climate Impact of Digital Trends – The Consequences of Digital Currencies, AI and More.

During this session, Alex de Vries delved into the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) in recent years, highlighting its large-scale application and its growing impact on electricity consumption and environmental sustainability. As AI technology continues to evolve, it has become a significant contributor to the electricity demands of data centers, which raises concerns about its ecological footprint.

The webinar explored the environmental challenges posed by AI and data centers, with a focus on understanding their ecological impact and discussing potential strategies for mitigation. Participants gained insights into the environmental consequences of emerging digital trends and the urgent need to adopt sustainable practices in the rapidly advancing tech industry.

This session provided valuable perspectives on how to balance technological growth with sustainability efforts, offering a glimpse into the future of AI and digital infrastructures in a climate-conscious world.