World Fund - Green Computing in the AI Era - April 2025

This is a knowledge article from World Fund, a climate tech VC, summarizing their white paper 'Green Computing in the AI Era' co-published with Dealroom and Ignite (Intel's startup programme). The white paper explores the carbon footprint of AI-driven computing, the inadequacy of relying solely on renewable energy for data centres, and the need for radical innovations in computing efficiency. It covers emerging computing technologies (quantum, neuromorphic, optical), material advancements (gallium nitride, silicon carbide), and software architecture improvements. The article includes market data such as 54 European next-gen computing startups raising $970 million since 2019. The page directs readers to download the full white paper.