Biennial Conference of the Section on Energy, Environment, Natural Resources and Infrastructure Law (SEERIL)

17 May - 20 May 2026

Session information

AI in the hot seat: a sustainability debate

Description

The following session has been organized by the International Committee of the Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law.

Proponents argue the potential economic and societal gains and the transformative impact of AI outweigh the significant rise in energy demands and the growing need for greater critical mineral mining and production. These demands challenge our ability to meet sustainability and climate change goals. This session will feature panellists on each side of the debate. Please join us for a healthy discussion involving experts addressing practical ways for meeting sustainability demands while at the same time navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by AI.

Session / Workshop Chair(s)

W Ian Palm Fasken, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Speakers

Waleed Elgohary Apollo Global Management, London, England
Vimaljit Kaur Amazon Web Services, Singapore, Singapore
Francesco Sindico University of Strathclyde Law School, Glasgow, Scotland