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If you missed the presentation "Digitalisation and AI: Shaping the Future of Heating and Cooling" by new IOR President Lisa-Jayne Cook, the recording is now available.
Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the heating and cooling sector, offering solutions to optimise energy use, cut emissions, and improve efficiency. With the demand for space cooling expected to triple by 2050, AI technologies like machine learning, predictive analytics, and computer vision are crucial for managing energy systems in real time, reducing waste, and integrating renewable energy sources. Machine learning, in particular, will have the most significant long-term impact, enabling autonomous systems and smart grids to balance energy demands and optimise operations. However, for AI to achieve its full potential, it must be deployed inclusively, ensuring that vulnerable populations benefit from these advancements. This presentation and paper highlight the need for collaboration between governments, industries, and educators to foster innovation, support AI-driven research, and prepare the workforce for an AI-driven, energy-efficient future.
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