Sasha Luccioni

Sasha Luccioni is a highly respected voice in the world of cyber security, artificial intelligence, and climate technology. Currently serving as the AI & Climate Lead at Hugging Face and an Adjunct Professor at McGill University, Sasha is at the forefront of efforts to make AI not only smarter but more sustainable. Her ground-breaking work quantifying the carbon footprint of large AI models has become essential in driving global awareness of the environmental implications of digital technologies. A passionate and articulate speaker, Sasha was recognised as one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in AI in 2024 – an honour that reflects her far-reaching impact across the fields of AI, ethics, and climate science.

A thought leader with an impressive academic foundation, Sasha holds a PhD in Cognitive Computing and has held roles at esteemed institutions including Mila – Quebec AI Institute and the UN Global Pulse. She is a founding member of Climate Change AI and has contributed to pivotal research projects, including studies exposing the carbon emissions of large language models such as BLOOM. Her influential project, “This Climate Does Not Exist”, harnesses AI to create vivid simulations of climate disaster scenarios, helping people better understand the tangible risks of environmental inaction.

In addition to her research credentials, Sasha is an accomplished public communicator. Her TED Talk, “AI is Dangerous, But Not for the Reasons You Think”, has garnered over 1.1 million views and solidified her reputation as a compelling and authoritative speaker. She has delivered keynotes across the globe, including at the Canadian Entomological Society and the Tackling Climate Change with Machine Learning workshop in Rwanda. Her work is regularly cited by organisations such as the OECD and UNESCO, where she contributes to expert panels on AI ethics and sustainable development.

Whether you are seeking a keynote on the environmental costs of AI, a deep dive into machine learning applications for climate mitigation, or a broader discussion on the ethical design of technology, Sasha Luccioni delivers insight with clarity and conviction. Hire Sasha Luccioni via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency to bring thought-provoking, future-focused expertise to your next event.