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Climate technology fundamentals
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 • Climate UX Interest Group
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Climate technology fundamentals
Speakers: Dem Gerolemou , Alexis Oh and Neef Rehman
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Summary

Our fifth Climate UX discussion dives into fundamentals in climate tech. What are the technical primitives that underpin climate tech? What should we consider when working with complex data models and math? What ethical considerations are we integrating into these foundations? How do we balance innovation with inclusion to ensure we are preventing harm? Join us for a conversation about first principles thinking in the climate tech space.   Panelists: Dem Gerolemou, Neef Rehman; Moderated by: Alexis Oh

Key Insights

  • Engaging with various stakeholders enhances the design process and ensures broader impact.

  • Understanding the audience's needs and motivations is key to creating effective solutions.

  • Trust is foundational in climate tech and should be integrated into every design process.

  • UX in climate tech shares similar methodologies with traditional UX processes, though adaptation is necessary because of unique needs.

  • Navigating the balance between urgency for climate solutions and the thoroughness of UX design is crucial.

  • Designing for technical complexity also means making systems approachable for general users.

  • Emerging technologies often carry uncertainties that UX designers must account for in their work.

  • The importance of incentive alignment between user actions and climate goals is paramount for behavioral change.

  • Leveraging provocative design proposals can facilitate constructive dialogue about undefined problems in climate tech.

  • Maintaining flexibility and a willingness to learn is essential for professionals in the rapidly evolving climate tech landscape.

Notable Quotes

"AI is just a tool; the real challenge is in understanding the complex data behind it."

"You have to make the hard thing easier to do. It's a behavioral thing."

"Trust is something to build and maintain, not just a box to check."

"The science of climate is evolving quickly, and adaptation is key."

"You should protect users from complicated technical structures, making things as frictionless as possible."

"Design for experts should also translate to broader public understanding."

"How do we communicate well with our cross-functional partners?"

"You have to zoom out a level, understanding the broader context of your work and its impact."

"Asking naive questions can lead to innovative solutions and reframing of problems."

"Intentionality in design can lead to positive unexpected outcomes."

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