Fengqi You

Roxanne E. and Michael J. Zak Professor in Energy Systems Engineering

Fengqi You is a professor of energy systems engineering at Cornell University with expertise in the growing energy demands of AI. He says the meeting could be valuable if it leads to “concrete actions.”

You says:

“I believe the meeting between Sam Altman and U.S. officials could be highly productive if it focuses on addressing the environmental and infrastructure challenges posed by the rapid expansion of AI technologies.

“With AI driving significant increases in energy and water use, as well as carbon emissions, it’s crucial that the meeting leads to concrete actions aimed at improving grid decarbonization and energy efficiency.

“I hope the gathering results in clear strategies to promote renewable energy adoption, enhances AI server efficiency, and supports sustainable AI growth while achieving ambitious net-zero goals by 2030.”