The Energy Challenge Shaping AI's Future

AI's rapid advancement faces an unexpected hurdle: insufficient power. In this Seed to Sequoia episode, Gregoire Viasnoff of SE Ventures reveals how the surging energy demands of AI-driven data centers are outpacing grid capacity.

Gregoire Viasnoff, leading the incubation practice at SE Ventures, brings a wealth of experience from his engineering background and business development roles in aerospace, military, and renewable energy spaces. As the head of incubation at SE Ventures, he combines deep technical knowledge with strategic business acumen. Gregoire's unique perspective has led SE Ventures to adopt a hybrid model that balances corporate strategy with financial returns, a rarity in the CVC world.

Gregoire's thoughts on AI are particularly compelling. He sees AI as a major driver of innovation and energy demand, far surpassing the impact of cryptocurrency. The increasing energy needs of data centers for AI applications present both challenges and opportunities, with SE Ventures actively seeking solutions in areas like waste heat recovery and carbon capture. For founders looking to make an impact in the evolving energy landscape, Gregoire's insights offer a roadmap to the future of sustainable AI infrastructure.

Intrigued by Gregoire's insights on AI and energy innovation? There's much more to explore in the full Seed to Sequoia episode. Tune in on Apple Podcasts to hear Gregoire's complete perspective on the future of sustainable AI infrastructure and SE Ventures' unique approach to corporate VC.