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This is a short talk by John Picard, a Silicon Valley sustainability guru & now working on a Google X project on Housing. Picard was one of a dozen remarkable innovators who spoke at an event which addressed the question “How Can AI Accelerate Progress in Clean Energy & Climate Tech?”

The event was part of a series of events called The AI Age Begins and was held at the Shack15 club in the Ferry Building of San Francisco in April of 2024. The series is hosted, created, and produced by Reinvent Futures.

Summary:

John Picard's heartfelt narrative traces his career as a builder and the awakening he experienced regarding the imperative for change.

Amidst his poignant reflections, he shares a striking realization: "As humans, we're not going to get it done. And we need tools that can see things that we can't." This profound statement underscores his conviction in the pivotal role of AI in confronting intricate systemic issues and propelling substantial strides towards sustainability.

Picard's impassioned plea resonates deeply, highlighting the urgency of embracing innovative solutions to address pressing environmental and societal challenges.

His journey underscores the transformative potential of AI, from revolutionizing green building practices to streamlining permit processes for real estate projects.

Moreover, he evokes the spirit of the moonshot, urging a collective push towards exploration and discovery to unlock unprecedented advancements in energy systems and beyond.

Through his tireless advocacy, Picard embodies a vision of hope and determination for a more sustainable future, anchored in the ethos of the moonshot.

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You can find out more about The AI Age Begins series of events through the written essays in the Substack publication The Great Progression here: https://peterleyden.substack.com

You can find out more about the strategic foresight company Reinvent Futures that hosted, created and produced the events here: https://www.reinvent.net