Applying AI to Sustainability and Biodiversity

Juan will talk about his work at the institute in Costa Rica, which focuses on applying AI to sustainability and biodiversity, give an overview of the SUSANhub platform and its role in global academic networking, and also touch on broader themes in Canadian climate and sustainability research.

10:00am – Welcome and Introduction

10:05am – Presentation by by Assoc. Prof. Juan C. Serpa

10:35am – Q&A Session

10:55am – Closing Remarks

11:00am - Event Finishes

Wednesday 15th October

10.00am - 11.00am

Teams webinar

Assoc. Prof. Juan C. Serpa

Juan Camilo is the founder of the Sustainability Academic Network (SUSAN) at SUSANhub.com, the largest sustainability social network in academia. SUSAN a platform designed to unite sustainability researchers, institutes, students, and organizations in the fight against climate change. SUSAN enables users to post and share datasets, academic papers, conferences, job postings, local events, and grants related to sustainability. These resources are categorized across a range of themes, including solar energy, mining, and circular economies. Through SUSAN, users can explore thousands of datasets, research papers, conferences, job opportunities, grants, and institutes, all dedicated to advancing sustainability

He is also the founding director of the Data Mangrove Institute (datamangrove.com), an organization that leverages data analytics to support biodiversity NGOs operating in Costa Rica and the Amazon Rainforest. His work centers on advancing digital transformation to empower these organizations in their conservation efforts. Among his various initiatives in Costa Rica, he developed Mono-SOS.com, a platform designed to assist in the rescue of monkeys and other wildlife injured on Costa Rican roads. This project utilizes data-driven approaches to identify optimal locations for building canopy bridges and road infrastructure improvements, facilitating safer crossings for fauna.