New Episode on Spreaker: AI, Climate Change, and Innovation with Peetak Mitra In this episode of Data Stand-Up!, we speak with Peetak Mitra, Scientist at PARC and Core Team member at Climate Change AI. Peetak is a Member of Research Staff/Scientist-II at the renowned Palo Alto Research Center (formerly Xerox PARC), located in the heart of Silicon Valley. His work at PARC focuses on developing cutting-edge AI and machine learning algorithms, with impactful applications across various fields, including:

• Distributed sensor systems (DARPA Ocean-of-Things)
• Predictive maintenance using IoT (Novity)
• Climate modeling, policy, and geoengineering (MCB)

Beyond his work at PARC, Peetak is dedicated to leveraging his expertise to address the challenges of climate change. He is an active Core Team member at Climate Change AI (CCAI), a global initiative focused on driving impactful projects at the intersection of AI and climate action. About Climate Change AI (CCAI) Founded in 2019, CCAI is a volunteer-driven organization that brings together experts from academia, industry, and policy to explore how machine learning can play a transformative role in tackling climate change. Over the years, CCAI has grown into a global movement, connecting researchers, engineers, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, companies, and NGOs to drive innovation and action. Join us as we explore Peetak’s insights on the future of AI-driven climate solutions and how technology can shape a more sustainable world.