Powering Justice with AI: Dr. Naeem Turner-Bandele on Energy, Equity & Innovation

What if AI could stop blackouts and lower your power bill? In this high-voltage episode of AIBiz, Dr.Naeem Turner-Bandele, founder of Latimer Enterprises, reveals how AI is reshaping the power grid—from smart homes to data centers—and why overlooked communities must be part of the energy transition. With stories from soccer fields in Brazil to boardrooms in tech, Naeem shares how personal experiences shaped his mission to build people-first energy systems. Tune in to discover how understanding energy can empower everyone—from renters to mayors.

About the Guest:
Dr.Naeem Turner-Bandele is an engineer, entrepreneur, and founder of Latimer Enterprises. His AI-powered platform, Lumen, delivers actionable energy intelligence for underserved groups—think local governments, renters, and small manufacturers. With a passion born from lived experience, Naeem is on a mission to close the energy gap and build equitable, resilient power systems for all.

Key Takeaways:

• Energy inequity inspired Naeem’s mission while training in Brazil

• Lumen, an AI platform, helps non-technical users access and act on energy data

• AI's energy demand is soaring—data centers may soon use more power than cities

• Empowering people with information creates psychological resilience

• The future of energy is not just smart—it must be equitable and human-centered

Connect with Dr. Naeem Turner-Bandele:

• LinkedIn: Naeem Turner-Bandele

• Website: https://www.latimerent.com/

 

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