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The Interplay Between AI and Electric Power Systems

Cambridge, MA, United States
Mar 24, 2025
Onye Dike
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Published March 7th, 2025
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Summary

The Interplay Between AI and Electric Power Systems is an Energy Policy Seminar featuring Le Xie, focusing on the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the context of electric power systems. The event will be held on March 24, 2025, at Harvard University, with options for both in-person and virtual attendance.
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Location
Cambridge, MA, United States & Online
Date
March 24th, 2025
Type
In Person & Online
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Event Overview

The seminar will delve into two critical aspects of the relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and electric power systems. Firstly, the increasing demand for electricity driven by AI technologies presents both immediate operational challenges and long-term planning needs, necessitating a modernization of the existing electric grid. Secondly, advancements in AI offer significant potential to improve the efficiency, reliability, and adaptability of power systems, impacting everything from real-time grid management to strategic expansion planning.

Speaker and Moderator

Dr. Le Xie, the Gordon McKay Professor of Electrical Engineering at Harvard, will lead the discussion. He brings extensive experience from his previous role at Texas A&M and has a strong background in electrical engineering and power systems. The session will be moderated by Joseph E. Aldy, a prominent figure in energy policy.

Participation Details

Participants are required to RSVP for the event, which is open to the public. In-person attendance requires a Harvard University ID, while virtual attendance is available via Zoom. A buffet-style lunch will be provided for those attending in person. The seminar will also be recorded and made available on the Belfer Center's YouTube channel for those who register【4:0†source】.

Accessibility

For attendees needing accommodations, it is advised to contact Liz Hanlon at [email protected] ahead of the event. This ensures that all participants can fully engage in the seminar【4:4†source】.


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Onye Dike is a staff writer at Net Zero Compare.