LOS
ALAMITOS, Calif., July 19,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the IEEE Computer Society
(CS) announced keynotes for its upcoming IEEE SustainTech
Leadership Forum. Taking place 27-28 August
2024 at the Hilton Bayfront in San Diego, Calif., U.S.A., the event will
explore the latest environmentally friendly technologies to be
applied in the built environment. Specifically, the conference will
detail how leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), big data,
computer vision, blockchain and more can be used to support
sustainable practices for factories and businesses. The Forum will
feature keynotes from some of the largest commercial organizations
working towards sustainable practices, including Mitsubishi and
Panasonic.
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"Today, we are in an environment where sustainability is no
longer a 'nice to have,' but a necessity," said Anthony Vetro, President & CEO of Mitsubishi
Electric Research Labs (MERL) and member of the SustainTech Program
Leadership Board. "Businesses and manufacturers have an opportunity
to contribute significantly to sustainability. From waste reduction
to resource efficiency and more, innovative sustainable practices
can help create a better future for people and the planet. That's
why we are so excited to lead the effort to bring about the first
IEEE SustainTech Leadership Forum."
SustainTech will feature two prominent engineering leaders as
keynotes:
- Takajiro "Tak" Ishikawa, President & CEO of Mitsubishi
Heavy Industries America (MHIA)
Navigating the Transition
to Sustainable Energy Solutions in a Power-Hungry
World
Tuesday, 27 August, 9:00 a.m.
PDT
- Andrea Murphy, Director of
Environmental Affairs at Panasonic North
America
Transparency Is Hard, But Collaboration Can Make
Reaching Sustainability Goals Easy (or at Least
Easier)
Tuesday, 27 August, 1:15 p.m.
PDT
- Aravind Padmanabhan,
Executive VP and CTO of Nvent
Innovating for Product
Sustainability – Making Data Centers Greener
Wednesday, 28 August, 9:00 a.m.
PDT
These talks will address how innovative and integrated solutions
can help realize carbon neutrality, improve quality of life, and
ensure a safer world.
"Solutions like sustainable AI have the potential to drastically
reduce technology's environmental impact," said Jyotika Athavale, 2024 IEEE CS President. "IEEE
CS is committed to bettering our world through computer science and
engineering, and advancing sustainability measures serves as a
priority for our membership and the broader community. We are
honored to be part of this inaugural event that will help set the
standard for sustainable technology practices today and into the
future."
Registration is now open for the IEEE SustainTech Leadership
Forum. For more information about the program or to register, visit
https://ieeesustaintechexpo.org/.
About the IEEE SustainTech Leadership Forum
The IEEE
SustainTech Leadership Forum is a new global leadership event on
sustainable technology impacting buildings and
factories. Sponsored by the IEEE Computer Society (IEEE CS),
IEEE Power & Energy Society (IEEE PES), IEEE Communications
Society (IEEE ComSoc), and IEEE Signal Processing Society, the
Leadership Forum will bring together leading technical engineering
experts from these Societies with companies striving to implement
cutting-edge technology solutions to address global sustainability
challenges. Through presentations, talks and discussions, an expo,
a start-up pitch competition, and much more, the event will work to
drive positive change for a better environment.
The IEEE SustainTech Leadership Forum will take place 27-28 August 2024 at the Hilton Bayfront in
San Diego, Calif., U.S.A. For more
information about the IEEE SustainTech Leadership Forum, the
program, and how to participate, visit
https://ieeesustaintechexpo.org/.
About the IEEE Computer Society
Engaging computer
engineers, scientists, academia, and industry professionals from
all areas and levels of computing, the IEEE Computer Society (CS)
serves as the world's largest and most established professional
organization of its type. IEEE CS sets the standard for the
education and engagement that fuels continued global technological
advancement. Through conferences, publications, and programs that
inspire dialogue, debate, and collaboration, IEEE CS empowers,
shapes, and guides the future of not only its 375,000+ community
members, but the greater industry, enabling new opportunities to
better serve our world. Visit computer.org for more
information.
About the IEEE Power & Energy Society
IEEE Power
& Energy Society (PES) is the leading provider of scientific
and engineering information on electric power & energy for the
betterment of society and a trusted resource dedicated to the
technical, informational, networking, and professional development
needs of its members. With over 40,000 members around the globe
representing every facet of the electric power and energy industry,
PES is at the forefront of the rapidly changing technological
advancements that impact everyone's future. Additional information
on IEEE PES can be found at www.ieee-pes.org.
About the IEEE Communications Society
The IEEE
Communications Society (IEEE ComSoc) promotes technological
innovation and fosters creation and sharing of information
among the global technical community. The Society provides
services to members for their technical and professional
advancement and forums for technical exchanges among professionals
in academia, industry, and public institutions. Visit
https://www.comsoc.org/ to learn more.
About the IEEE Signal Processing Society
Founded as
IEEE's first society in 1948, the Signal Processing Society is the
world's premier association for signal processing engineers and
industry professionals. Engineers around the world look to the
Society for information on the latest developments in the signal
processing field. Its deeply rooted history spans 75 years,
featuring a membership base of more than 20,000 deeply interested
and involved signal processing engineers, academics, industry
professionals and students who are all part of a dynamic global
community – spanning 120 countries worldwide.
The Society organizes numerous conferences around the world
every year, focusing on the innovations shaping the future of
signal processing and the future of our world. For more
information, visit https://signalprocessingsociety.org/.
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