Sustainability in Tech Summit 2025: WATCH: What are the environmental implications of AI?

There is no stopping the progress of AI, but questions are being raised about the environmental costs due to the growing demand for energy and resources that the technology needs.

In this panel discussion from the Sustainability in Tech Summit 2025, hear from technology giants Microsoft and Lenovo on the steps they are taking to lessen the impact, and hear how experts are suggesting we harness AI responsibly to reduce the carbon footprint but continue reaping the benefits.

The panel comprised Virginie Le Barbu, global sustainability director, international markets at Lenovo, Lewis Richard, sustainability lead at Microsoft, and Rich Kenny, managing director of Interact.

Watch the video above to find out more.