Lumai at “Watt Matters in AI” – Leading the Push for Energy-Efficient AI
Lumai took part in the inaugural Watt Matters in AI conference in Eindhoven – a gathering of global researchers, technologists and thought leaders focused on a pressing question: how can AI become sustainable when its energy appetite is growing so fast?
We were proud to have our own Head of Product, Phil Burr speak in the “Advanced Solutions” session, presenting Lumai’s vision and progress in optical computing and energy-efficient AI hardware
Why this matters
As AI scales (with ever larger models, wider deployment, and increasing demand), its underlying compute infrastructure threatens to become a major drain on energy resources. The organizers of Watt Matters in AI argue that incremental improvements are no longer enough: what’s needed are “radical breakthroughs” in hardware design, algorithms, and ecosystem strategies.
By bringing together experts in AI, policy, data-center sustainability and edge AI, the conference created a unique forum where diverse disciplines converge to tackle AI’s energy-hunger – from chips to regulation.
What we shared
In his presentation at Watt Matters in AI, Phil explained how Lumai is developing optical AI inference solutions – hardware that leverages the physics of light to run AI workloads orders of magnitude more efficiently than traditional electronic architectures. This approach will significantly reduce the energy per inference, making AI more sustainable without compromising performance.
Our message was clear: to unlock AI’s benefits at scale – whether for climate, healthcare, or industrial applications, we must rethink the fundamentals of AI hardware. Efficiency is not optional: it is essential.
Looking ahead
Watt Matters in AI was more than a conference: it was a call to arms. For Lumai, the event reinforced our commitment to building next-gen AI hardware that minimizes energy consumption and environmental impact. We believe optical will play a central role in shaping a sustainable future for AI.
We look forward to sharing more updates on our progress, collaborations, and future events. Stay tuned and stay efficient!