(517d) Leveraging PSE and AI for Decarbonization

In celebration of Professor Ignacio E. Grossmann’s 75th birthday, this presentation highlights the synergy between Process Systems Engineering (PSE) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a transformative approach for decarbonization. It specifically focuses on the integration of PSE's optimization capabilities with AI's predictive analytics to develop and implement strategies that significantly reduce carbon emissions across a variety of important sectors. Through select case studies, the presentation demonstrates the effectiveness of PSE and AI tools in achieving sustainable solutions, emphasizing their potential to guide industry and policy towards a low-carbon future. Reflecting on the legacy of Professor Grossmann, the talk underscores the critical role of interdisciplinary innovation in addressing climate change, positioning PSE and AI as central to charting the path toward net zero.