AI's energy demand is exploding—but who pays for grid upgrades? Dr. Naeem Turner-Bandele, energy engineer and founder of Latimer Enterprises, reveals:
- Why AI data centers could overwhelm power grids (and why current estimates are too optimistic)
- The "energy fairness" problem: Who foots the bill for infrastructure upgrades?
- How smart energy tools (like his AI platform Lumen) could help balance demand
- Why engineers must think beyond technical skills to solve this crisis
For STEM professionals and policymakers navigating the AI-energy collision.
Connect With Dr. Turner-Bandele:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naeem-turner-bandele
Latimer Enterprises: https://www.latimerent.com/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Naeem Turner-Bandele
08:14 The Role of Business in Engineering
13:05 Overview of Latimer Enterprises
19:20 The Importance of Entrepreneurial Skills for Engineers
25:16 Preparing Engineers for AI in Energy
31:34 Defining Innovation in Energy
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