2024 ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit
June 11-13, 2024 | Baltimore, MD
Baltimore Convention Center
Rose Wang
Manager, Data Analytics and Data Science
Rocky Mountain Institute
Bio:
Rose is the leader of the data science and engineering team at RMI's Digital Innovation Lab. Under her guidance, the team is developing a suite of cutting-edge data products designed to enhance emissions visibility. Among these innovations is WasteMAP, a groundbreaking tool that reveals methane emissions in the waste sector globally. Additionally, Rose's team is experimenting with integrating generative AI technology into their projects, pushing the boundaries of digital innovation in environmental sustainability. Before joining RMI, Rose spent two years in the UK working as a project manager. During this time, she co-founded a startup that applies data science to predict turbine blade failure. Rose also has experience in the Singapore Building and Construction Authority, where she focused on green building standards and policies. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering from Tufts University and a master’s degree from the Singapore Stanford Partnership.
Schedule
Wednesday, June 12
11:00am - 12:00pm
Bytes to Bites: AI's Role in Tackling Food Waste
Breakout Session 1
Will leveraging AI revolutionize our fight against food waste? From predictive analytics optimizing supply chains to smart sorting systems reducing spoilage, AI offers endless possibilities for revolutionizing food waste measurement and management. But let's not overlook the challenges. This session goes beyond the basics, exploring the complexities of AI's role in tackling food waste head-on. Join us as we delve deep to uncover a holistic view of AI's implications, both good and bad. AI has the power to be more than just a “trendy tool” — it's a paradigm shift in our mission to solve food waste.