Cui Li noted the rapid growth of AI, driven by large language models, which has increased computing and energy demands. She stressed the importance of sustainable AI, addressing the issue through two lenses: “Energy for AI” and “AI for Energy.” This approach aims to scale AI efficiently while using AI to optimize energy use, reduce costs, and promote a low-carbon future.
Cui stated: “As we all know, for the sustainable development of AI, we need two things: lots of data and massive computing—that is, the constant pursuit of computing efficiency against ever larger models. And for every zettabyte of data—that’s a billion trillion bytes—we need about 300,000 servers. The scaling laws continue to drive AI forward, not just in training but now into inference, together with the rapid growth in service scale and real-world application, all placing huge demands on hardware and resources.”
She continued: “Accelerating impact through efficiency—how to make AI work well in real-world scenarios and businesses. It’s about solving problems, creating value, and building a data flywheel. For progress and sustainability in human society, AI’s production value far outweighs its emotional appeal. We hope this AI wave drives an industrial revolution and brings benefits to all. This is essentially AI for good.”
Cui added: “Throughout history, economies rise and fall as a result of humans battling for resources. But now we have a game changer—AI. It not only boosts the efficiency of existing resources, but also generates new ones, driving progress across industries and societies. At ZTE, our core strategy is ‘AI for All’. We integrate AI with ICT to build a full-stack intelligent computing solution for lower cost, higher efficiency, and lower carbon emissions.”
Since its launch in 2017, the AI for Good Global Summit has grown into a collaborative platform, uniting over 400 AI experts from governments, academia, industry, and civil society. ZTE’s participation underscores its commitment to leveraging AI for sustainable development, aligning with global efforts to address energy and environmental challenges through innovative technology.
