Sustainable Choices as a Designer or Consumer

Have you ever stood in Target and wondered whether the "more sustainable" brand really is more sustainable? Have you ever wondered what the best thing you can do to help the planet is, at home or at work? As an engineer have you ever wished you knew more about the sustainability impacts of the choices you make? In this talk we will discuss data-based sustainability decision making for both consumers and engineers. We’ll walk through resources available, rules of thumb, and surprising truths about sustainable choices. We’ll discuss sustainability considerations for food, transport, consumer products, clothing, and AI. Come learn how you can assess your choices and choose the most sustainable options in both your personal and professional lives.