U.S.-Asia Sustainable Development Foundation

🌍 Green AI: Balancing Innovation with Sustainability 🌱 As the adoption of generative AI and cloud services skyrockets, we're faced with a critical dilemma: how do we balance the immense potential of AI with its significant energy consumption? While AI drives innovation, its carbon footprint can't be ignored. Data centers supporting cloud services and AI models consume vast amounts of electricity, often powered by non-renewable sources. This raises a pressing question for the tech industry: can we scale AI responsibly and sustainably? The path forward demands a focus on efficiency and sustainability. Investing in green energy, optimizing algorithms, and designing more energy-efficient hardware are steps we must take. The future of AI shouldn't just be about smarter machines—it should be about smarter energy use too. Let's innovate, but also ensure we're building a sustainable future for all. At the U.S.-Asia Sustainable Development Foundation (UASDF), we’re not just talking about the future—we’re shaping it! In October 2024, industry experts from around the world will gather at Harvard’s campus to tackle the pressing challenges of our time, including the relationship between energy and AI. We invite you all to join us and become a part of this critical conversation! #GreenAI #Sustainability #TechInnovation #AI

🌍 Academic and Policy Research Cooperation Forum: Enhancing Global Sustainability through Interdisciplinary Research and International Collaboration🌱 Discover how interdisciplinary research and international collaboration are shaping the future of environmental policy-making. Learn from experts like Dorinda Elliott, Professor Benjamin Sovacool, Desheng Huang, and Yi Jian as they discuss innovative strategies to address global sustainability challenges. #Sustainability #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalPolicy #GlobalCollaboration #InterdisciplinaryResearch

🌍 Green Finance and Technological Innovation Forum: Global Path to Promote Sustainable Development Join us as we explore the pivotal role of finance in advancing sustainable development. This forum brings together experts from the U.S. and Asia to discuss how green financial tools and technological innovations can jointly propel environmental protection and social responsibility. 🌱 Key discussions include: Balancing financial returns with impact Tailoring financing mechanisms for green technologies in emerging markets The importance of angel financing in sustainability ventures Pricing energy transition risks and the potential of a global carbon tax Aligning profit-seeking with environmental responsibility The future of technology disposal and recycling Moderated by Jim Zhao, with insights from industry leaders including Professor Nalin Kilatilaka, Mitchell Dong, Wei Wang, and Gui Chang, this forum provides actionable strategies for leveraging capital in sustainable development. #GreenFinance #SustainableDevelopment #TechnologicalInnovation #ImpactInvesting #EnvironmentalProtection #Sustainability #GreenTechnology #EmergingMarkets #ClimateChange #CircularEconomy #CarbonTax #SustainableInvestment #LinkedInCommunity #CleanEnergy #GreenEconomy

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of knowledge and making a lasting impact? We invite you to an engaging info session where we will unveil exciting opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research, showcase your ideas, and collaborate with forward-thinking professionals. This session will cover three major initiatives: Sustainable Development Leadership Challenge: Discover how you can take part in a competition that challenges you to create solutions for a sustainable future. AI and Sustainability: Learn about the chance to publish your research in a journal that highlights groundbreaking studies and emerging trends. White Paper Initiative: Explore how you can contribute to a comprehensive white paper, addressing key issues and providing valuable insights for industry leaders. Whether you are a student, a researcher, or a professional, this info session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to participate in these initiatives. Don’t miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation and thought leadership.

In September 2024, we will once again gather at Harvard for the second major summit of the year to continue our in-depth discussions with senior experts on cutting-edge issues in sustainable development. This summit will focus on key topics such as the impact of AI on the environment, climate change, clean energy technologies, and green investment. We will explore the latest developments in these areas and how they can drive environmental protection, energy transformation, and sustainable production and consumption patterns. Through a series of roundtable discussions, report releases, and expert presentations, this summit will showcase the achievements of China-US cooperation in the field of climate change, analyze the environmental impact of artificial intelligence, and discuss how green financial innovation can promote sustainable development. We hope that this summit will connect industry, academia, finance, and policymakers in both the US and Asia, providing a platform for exchange and cooperation in exploring solutions to global environmental challenges. If you are passionate about sustainable development, eager to tackle climate change, and want to learn more about the latest trends in energy conservation, emission reduction, and green investment, we warmly invite you to stay tuned to the UASDF (Asia-Pacific Sustainable Development Foundation) for relevant updates and join us at the summit to become part of the movement driving a green future!

We are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the U.S.-Asia Sustainable Development Summit held on April 13, 2024, at Harvard University. Hosted by the U.S.-Asia Sustainable Development Foundation, this year’s summit, themed "Crossing Boundaries: Uniting for a Sustainable Future," brought together global leaders from policy, academia, and industry to forge paths in sustainable development and climate action. Key discussions focused on enhancing international cooperation, overcoming barriers across borders and sectors, and promoting the globalization of new energy industries. Our speakers, including industry magnates and distinguished scholars, shared insights on innovative strategies for green technology, sustainable industrial development, and the pivotal role of green finance. The summit set a new benchmark for future initiatives, emphasizing robust international collaborations and practical solutions for a sustainable world. We're excited to build on this momentum and continue our efforts in advancing sustainable development globally. #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #USAsiaSummit2024 Thank you for sharing your brillaint thougths: Santiago Creuheras, Bob Hertzberg, Mitch Presnick 柏力, Qichao Hu (胡启朝), Steve Weikal, Benjamin Sovacool, Elence Chen, Siqi Zheng, Joel Li, Brad(Bingxi) Li, 李京, Ji Zhao, mitchell dong, Wei Wang, Dorinda Elliott, Yi/艺/藝 Jian/简/簡, Jonathan Buonocore, Yuna Shu, Jerry H. Thank you for the generous support of our sponsors: SES AI Corp, LiquidMetal Ventures 观正资本, Kermise Inc., Bay Area Founders Club, and Shanghai Pioneering Hub Check out our summary article: https://lnkd.in/eNCNDFBy

🌟 What a journey! We’ve wrapped up our summit, and the air is still buzzing with inspiration and forward momentum. Swipe through to see moments from this incredible event, where minds met and futures were shaped. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us—your energy and insights turned this gathering into a landmark success. #summit #Harvard #Sustainable

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🌍 U.S.-Asia Sustainable Development Summit at Harvard. Only one day left. See you on Saturday!

A Big Thank You to Our Sponsors at the U.S.-Asia Sustainable Development Summit! As we prepare for a day of insightful discussions and innovative solutions, we want to express our deepest gratitude to our sponsors, whose support makes this summit possible: SES AI Corp LiquidMetal Ventures 观正资本 Bay Area Founders Club C-STAR Kermise Inc. Pioneering Park Join us tomorrow as we explore sustainable development initiatives. We're excited to bring together change-makers, industry leaders, and visionaries with the support of these outstanding organizations! https://lnkd.in/e4hu6KPy #USAsiaSummit #Sustainability #Innovation #Networking #EcoFriendly