| |
|
| |
| DETAILS |
|
The conversation around AI & climate is often muddled: while some express excitement around efficiency gains & technological promise, frontline communities around the world are pushing back against extractive hyperscale data centers.
This conversation between leaders in AI & environmental justice will cut through the competing narratives for a clear look at AI's implications for the climate crisis. We'll discuss what the rapid buildout of AI infrastructure means for frontline communities, from water consumption & energy demand to weapons technology & misinformation. Energy & water use are just the tip of the iceberg. What are the real costs of AI, & what does AI infrastructure look like when local communities have a seat at the table?
We'll be joined by experts across AI ethics, environmental justice, & community power:
Masheika Allgood, AI Ethicist & Founder of AllAI Consulting & the Taps Run Dry Initiative
Veronica Eady, Executive Director of West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project
Alex Hanna, Director of Research at The Distributed AI Research Institute
Heidi Lim, Moderator, climate communicator/environmental justice activist
Event Plan:
6pm-6:30pm Mingling & introductions
6:30pm-7:15pm Panel discussion led by Heidi Lim
7:15pm-8pm Q&A & group discussions
8pm-8:30pm Networking
This event is part of SF Climate Week & is co-presented by climate communicator Heidi Lim, West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project & Climate Action Club, supported by MediaJustice.
Ticket Info:
Tickets are offered on a sliding scale from $5-$20, with a suggested amount of $10 to help cover the costs of hosting this event. We won't turn anyone away for lack of funds; if this cost is a barrier, please reach out to Clara at cweinstein@woeip.org for more info.
The event has limited space; if you can't make it, please update your RSVP up to 48 hours before the event starts to get a refund & to open spots up for others.
About the Venue
We'll be meeting at Trellis, an inclusive coworking & event space, in SOMA. Light snacks will be provided & drinks (beer & wine) will be available for purchase from the bar. The event is open to folks under 21.
About Climate Action Club
Climate Action Club is a Bay Area community for people who care about the climate crisis & want to take meaningful, collective action. We host regular IRL community gatherings in SF; check out our Luma cal & find us on Instagram to learn about our next event!
About West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project
The West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project (WOEIP) is a resident led, community-based environmental justice organization. Our mission is to build grassroots capacity to sustain local leadership for positive change. We give impacted residents the tools to participate in political, social, & natural processes & drive change from the bottom.
About MediaJustice
MediaJustice builds power to challenge how corporations & governments use media & technology to shape our collective future. In the last year, MJ's black & brown led grassroots campaigns stopped $3.7 billion in hyperscale data center projects in the U.S., training up over 180 community leaders to build power at the intersection of climate, racial & tech justice.
By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with Climate Action Club, West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project, & the organizers of SF Climate Week.
Photos or videos may be taken at this event for future community promotion. Please let an organizer know if you prefer not to be photographed.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
