AI Data Centres: Exploring the Buildings Behind the AI Boom
A panel on the infrastructure powering AI and how Australia can balance innovation, energy demand, climate goals and communities.
RMIT brings together industry, government and academic perspectives to examine the data-centre infrastructure behind the AI boom.
This panel will consider how Australia can support AI innovation and economic growth while managing energy demand, climate commitments, community expectations and responsible development.
Moderated by Professor Gary Rosengarten, speakers include Belinda Dennett of Data Centres Australia, Dr Sarah Mansfield MP, Distinguished Professor Lisa Given and Professor Priya Rajagopalan. Presented as part of Social Sciences Week.
Event date
17 September 2026
Time
05:30 pm - 07:00 pm
Cost
Free
Location
VIC
Event Type
In-person
Host
RMIT University
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