Engineering with AI for a Sustainable Future

As part of our ongoing efforts to engage the university community in conversations about emerging technologies and their societal impact, the University of Peradeniya IEEE Student Branch and the IEEE Computer Society organized a special session on the role of AI in shaping a sustainable future. The keynote speaker, Prof. Roshan G. Ragel, delivered an inspiring talk highlighting how engineering innovation, when combined with advancements in artificial intelligence, can pave the way toward a more sustainable and equitable world. This non-technical session was designed for a general audience, aiming to raise awareness and spark curiosity about the broader implications of AI beyond technical domains. The event successfully fostered meaningful discussions among participants from diverse academic backgrounds.