written by Minden Press-Herald Dec 5, 2024 I
As Louisiana faces these growing challenges, experts are also focused on boosting its economy while conserving the coast, innovating our energy, and integrating AI. Through AI-powered initiatives, Louisiana is preparing its workforce for the jobs of tomorrow, particularly in fields like clean energy, climate change, and disaster recovery.
Projects like ours that utilize technologies like digital twins and virtual learning are helping people gain the skills needed for these critical industries, especially in underserved communities. Ensuring that all residents have access to high-demand job opportunities is crucial for the future of Louisiana’s economy.
A key area of focus is renewable energy. AI-driven simulations are helping educate people about the benefits of solar farms and other green technologies. By offering immersive training programs, Louisiana is preparing workers for leadership roles in the renewable energy and disaster resilience sectors, which will be vital in the coming decades.
Marcus Lyle Brown– owner of Believe Entertainment, partner at DigitalTwinsStudios and software development project manager at ULL– said, “These proposed early-stage projects highlight Louisiana’s potential to use AI responsibly to empower its workforce, enhance sustainability, and foster inclusive economic growth. By supporting ethical AI development, Louisiana can position itself as a leader in shaping the future of work, technology, and innovation.”
Through partnerships with both major tech companies and research one (R1) universities, these collaborations drive technological advancement and ensure that progress aligns with Louisiana’s business-friendly policies and the needs of local communities. By scaling these AI-driven workforce development projects statewide, Louisiana is creating solutions to tackle climate resilience, economic recovery, and the energy transition.
Louisiana is preparing its residents for the future of work and technology, building resilience against the growing threats of climate change by combining cutting-edge AI with traditional solutions. We don’t do this by erasing our past and traditional methods, instead, we are integrating into them our technological future. These efforts ensure a sustainable, equitable future for all of Louisiana’s communities.
Publish Date:
12-05-2024
