“Data centers with a ‘thirst’ for water, prompts that drive productivity, rare-earth mines, and autonomous agents that handle your emails—if AI enables one person to do the work of two, or helps power, transport, or manufacturing systems operate more efficiently, is the resource consumption required by AI a reasonable price to pay?”
Such dilemmas frequently arise in debates surrounding AI. As we developed this program, we found a lack of experts specializing in the intersection of AI and the environment; therefore, *Science Fair* has created this forum for debate, inviting us all to confront this pressing, high-stakes dilemma together.
Lead Host: Le My
Le My is a storyteller focused on science and the environment, with over a decade of experience in explanatory journalism, science communication, and bridging the gap between research and the public.
My previously served as the Science Debate Project Coordinator at the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit (OUCRU), where she developed educational materials and training on scientific debate, while also fostering the establishment of ‘Science Debate’ clubs across nine high schools and three universities in Ho Chi Minh City. Prior to this, she received training in debate methodology from the UK-based organization Debate Mate.
From 2020 to 2025, My has been a regular contributor to the science and environment column of the weekly publication *Tuổi Trẻ Cuối Tuần*, transforming complex research, data, and environmental issues into accessible, multi-dimensional narratives that resonate with the public’s daily life.
More recently, My served as a fellow at the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) Asia Centre, where she supported communications for research programs on water and climate in the Mekong region, while also facilitating connections between the research community and the media.