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Recognizing the environmental impact of technological growth, the speaker stresses sustainable IT—minimizing the carbon footprint of digital infrastructure. She presents alarming projections: the industry currently accounts for around 1.5% of global carbon emissions, expected to rise to 14% by 2040 if not addressed. She urges AI practitioners to consider energy efficiency in model training, monitor carbon footprints, and optimize infrastructure to reduce environmental impact.