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As we say goodbye to 2024, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the amazing journeys we’ve witnessed this year. We&#8217;ve had the joy of working alongside and supporting incredible companies from all corners of the globe, each making a significant impact in their industries. From tech and healthcare to finance and sustainability, these trailblazers are not just keeping up with the times; they’re establishing the leading edge of what’s next.



Our customers brought fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the table, tackling challenges with enthusiasm and creativity. Here, we’re showcasing 15 customer references from the past year, each of them an example of the virtual worlds affect the real and can help lead to real change. Their successes represent meaningful progress in their communities and beyond.



So join us on a global tour celebrating these ambitious companies. Each one has a unique story to tell, and together, they remind us of the incredible potential we all have to make a difference. Enjoy!



Harbinger: California-based Harbinger is redefining the medium-duty truck segment with its innovative electric vehicle featuring a reimagined, scalable chassis architecture – developed entirely on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.







ASICS: Japanese sportswear company ASICS has a vision for making personalized footwear at scale. Their impressive vision was on display at an innovation lab that popped up at our headquarters outside of Paris over the summer.







Envision Energy: Chinese green energy technology company Envison Energy has quickly grown into one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers. It uses the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to manage all of its wind turbine development processes in one centralized location. 







Hallberg-Rassy: Swedish yacht manufacturer Hallberg-Rassy has implemented the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud to deliver its world-renowned sailing yachts on time and meet its customers&#8217; expectations. Virtual twins have helped them work up to 50% faster. 







HORYZN: A German student project at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), HORYZN imagines using fixed-wing drones to save lives by delivering defibrillators to remote emergency scenes far faster than emergency responders could arrive.





Peugeot Sport: Peugeot Sport turned heads on and off of the track with it’s brand new PEUGEOT 9X8 Hybrid Hypercar, built from scratch using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud. 







L&amp;T Energy Hydrocarbon: India-based engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction and project management company L&amp;T Energy Hydrocarbon implemented the&nbsp;3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud, saving up to 20% of working time.



Ruroc: UK-based performance helmet company Ruroc turned to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform as a solution to help the company innovate at speed to meet the exacting demands of extreme athletes. 







Trier University of Applied Sciences: At Trier University of Applied Sciences in Germany, students in the engineering school learn principles of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform as part of the curriculum. For project HAMLET, a group of students used the platform to transform medical imaging data from a CT scan into a realistic, 3D-printed model of a skull that could be used for learning and practicing procedures.



NAICO Malaysia: Recognizing the growing skills gap, National Aerospace Industry Corporation Malaysia (NAICO Malaysia) has set up an educational 3D visualization lab – built around the 3DEXPERIENCE platform – located within its center of excellence.



F.MED: Japanese medical device manufacturer F.MED is using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud to develop its microsurgery assistance robot system and get it certified for use in hospitals.



Joby Aviation: The first eVTOL company to complete three of five stages of FAA certification, Joby Aviation, uses the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to develop, manufacture and certify its all-electric, vertical take-off and landing air taxi. 







Initiatives-Coeur: Sailing around the world to save children’s lives? French sailing team Initiatives-Coeur uses the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to design the vessels it uses for the round-the-world race to raise funds and awareness for theMécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque charity to save children with heart defects. 







Hyundai Everdigm: By taking advantage of Dassault Systèmes’ design and engineering solutions, Korean heavy mobile equipment manufacturer Hyundai Everdigm reported greater efficiencies in the product development process as well as an improved design compared to previous models. 







Dronamics: With a vision of making same-day delivery available to everyone, everywhere, Dronamics turned to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud to develop its long-distance cargo drone.







READ MORE FROM OUR 2024 YEAR IN REVIEW  




All the people we profiled in 2024



2024 predictions, revisited



Virtual twin experiences you have to see to believe



8 great sustainability stories you don’t want to miss

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Sustainability got a lot of shine in 2024. Not only a hot topic here on the blog, sustainability is a huge part of values as a company. We speak proudly about Dassault Systèmes’ sustainability commitments. We often say it’s in our DNA.&nbsp;&nbsp;



On the blog, we covered a wide range of topics – from understanding biodiversity loss to shaping sustainable mines to exploring what it would take to make Earth our most important stakeholder. But some of our biggest sustainability stories weren’t published on these pages. We’ve collected seven of them here.



Give them a read.



3DEXPERIENCE platform recognized as PACT conformant



This fall, our 3DEXPERIENCE platform was listed as a PACT conformant solution by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development Partnership for Carbon Transparency, the global standard for calculating and exchanging Scope 3 greenhouse gas data across the value chain. PACT conformant solutions help customers make smart, carbon-informed business decisions to deliver on their climate commitments.



“By being PACT conformant, we can help customers increase transparency and make the right decisions while strengthening our role as a trusted partner in this transformation,” Florence Verzelen, our EVP of Industry, Marketing and Sustainability, said in a press release announcing the recognition.




Get the full story




First CSO Summit



During London Climate Action Week in June, we held our first ever Chief Sustainability Officer Summit, welcoming a select group of CSOs from across sectors to brainstorm, debate and discuss the topic of the day: “Bringing biodiversity in the loop.”




Read more about the summit




SPYGEN partnership on eDNA



Speaking of biodiversity, this summer we joined forces with French research lab SPYGEN to help our customers analyze and monitor environmental impact using environmental DNA (eDNA) with a goal of preserving biodiversity. The partnership – plus the 3DEXPERIENCE platform – empowers customers to understand their impact on diversity and develop actionable plans for sustainability initiatives.







Leaders in Business Sustainability



In September, leaders from across industries gathered in Stockholm, Sweden for the “Leaders in Business Sustainability” conference, a half-day event focused on pressing issues, including the transition to cleaner energy, strengthening supply chain resilience, driving sustainable innovation and embracing the circular economy. It was an occasion for customers, partners and other leaders to enjoy engaging panel discussion on the topics of the day and experience five interactive demo pods in which attendees could explore our solutions firsthand.




Learn more




Sustainability Hero



This fall, our Chief Sustainability Officer Philippine de T’Serclaes was honored with the 2024 Sustainability Hero Award from Business Intelligence Group. The awards honor “those who have made sustainability an integral part of their business practice.”&nbsp;



“This is a much welcomed recognition of the amazing work being done by the entire company, the wonderful WW Sustainability Team and the many sustainability ambassadors,” de T’Serclaes wrote of the award.




Read more on LinkedIn




FORTUNE feature 



Our North American Sustainability Director Stan Piper spoke with “Fortune” magazineabout the power of virtual tools, like the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, to solve the packaging waste crisis.



“Measurability is absolutely key for sustainable [packaging] initiatives,” Piper said. “To avoid allegations of greenwashing—and to guide marketing strategies—companies must be able to quantify their products’ green credentials and present the information accurately to end users.”




Find the full feature




Sustainability mag profile



This December, “Sustainability” magazine featured de T’Serclaes on its cover and included a lengthy Q-and-A with our CSO, covering everything from how the trained economist wound up working in the sustainability sphere to our corporate sustainability strategy.



“While many companies care about sustainability, they don’t necessarily know how to transform their business, what steps to take, or which solutions will help hem accelerate their efforts to achieve these goals,” de T’Serclaes said during the interview.




Read the profile




Awards and recognition



Our deep commitment to sustainability is regularly recognized externally through top ratings and rankings on various indices … and 2024 was no different. This year, we confirmed our ranking on the MSCI ESG Ratings assessment with a “AAA” score for the second year in a row; figured within the top 2% of global software companies responding o he S&amp;P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, and reached the top 1% of all companies assessed by EcoVadis.




See more awards




READ MORE FROM OUR 2024 YEAR IN REVIEW  




All the people we profiled in 2024



2024 predictions, revisited 



Virtual twin experiences you have to see to believe 



15 companies shaping the future right now





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You’re likely familiar with TIME100:The Most Influential People of 2024. It’s an annual roundup of artists, leaders, innovators, and pioneers who made their mark in 2024 in a significant way. A lot of the people on the list you probably already know.



At Dassault Systèmes, we have 23,811 extraordinary employees in 142 countries worldwide and over 350,000 customers in 12 different industries. And while their names may not have the same reach as Dua Lipa or Mark Cuban&#8217;s, we’re pretty proud of the impact they’ve had on this company and the future of the industry.&nbsp;



As 2024 comes to a close, we’re revisiting the humans within the Dassault Systèmes ecosystem that were highlighted throughout the year on the Dassault Systèmes blog. Whether you missed it the first time around or are enjoying it a second time, we hope these influential people inspire you.



Please note that this list is completely for fun and not a true ranking of the most influential people in this company. The goal of the Humans Driving Progress series is to highlight employees and friends of Dassault Systèmes who are making a mark in their own unique way!



2024’s “most influential people” &#8211; according to Dassault Systèmes



1. Josephine Ong











“The female figureheads that I knew left a deep impression at the beginning of my career—being able to speak up and be confident, especially in a male-dominated environment. You simply cannot let the fear of speaking up keep you from doing so.” &#8211; Josephine Ong, Managing Director at Dassault Systèmes



Read more: What it takes to drive progress: Tips from a business leader



2. Elahe Javadi











“We need to embrace discomfort. If we don’t do that, how can we pursue self-discovery? How can we make a lasting change?” &#8211; Elahe Javadi, previous Modeling and Simulation Consultant at Dassault Systèmes



Read more:Meet the engineer reshaping how patients and physicians view the human body



3. Amy Hamilton











“There are very few of me. And there are no teaching education programs for industrial or technology education in the entire state of Florida.” &#8211; Amy Hamilton, Teacher at Sleepy Hill Middle School, User of Dassault Systèmes software



Read more: Meet the middle school teacher shaping the next generation of engineers



4. Anne Asensio











“Design is profoundly connected to this history of where we come from as creative people. This is something I believe AI will never truly understand and something we need to preserve. Although AI can describe something to you, it can never live it. It can tell you about your favorite painting, but it will never be able to feel the emotions you get from looking at it.” &#8211; Anne Asensio, WW Vice-President, Design Experience at Dassault Systèmes



Read more: Meet the designer putting people first in a rapidly changing world



5. Devin Hamilton











“Using SOLIDWORKS with a disability such as cerebral palsy has forced me to continually merge assistive technology with engineering to take computer access to the next level.” &#8211; Devin Hamilton, President of RapAdapt, User of Dassault Systèmes software



Read more: Meet the engineer creating a more accessible world for people with disabilities



6. Laina Emmanuel











“Being around my two confident elder sisters and sticking up for myself taught me valuable lessons in self-confidence. I know that BrainSightAI can change the world because I believe in its value—and it is that value I want to share with others.” &#8211; Laina Emmanuel&nbsp;



Read more: Meet the CEO changing the way we view the human brain



7. Valérie Hénaire











“I make sure that we select organizations that will create a positive economic and social impact. At this point on Earth, we’re not only borrowing materials but also borrowing time. How can we leave this planet better than the way we found it?” &#8211; Valérie Hénaire, Co-founder and Director of the National Optics Institute’s Quantino incubator, Partner of Dassault Systèmes



Read more: Meet the woman spearheading entrepreneurship in high-tech



8. Elena Pop











“The future is now. The technology coming out every day is only going to further revolutionize our world. We can’t waste time looking for the next big thing—we must make it.” &#8211; Elena Pop, Hardware Lead at .lumen, Member of Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Lab



Read more: Meet the robotics engineer building glasses to empower the blind



9. Rachael Naoum











“There are times when you’re presented with a choice. There is the safe option, and then there is the scary option. Choosing to do something when you’re scared is having courage – it’s being brave. Be scared and do the thing anyway. More often than not, it’s the right decision to make.” &#8211; Rachael Naoum, Product Definition Manager at Dassault Systèmes



Read more: Meet the young CAD engineer inspiring girls to get into STEM



10. Julien Payen











“Science is still driving the world now, and we will find new solutions to help the people we care about. That’s what inspired me, and if others have the same mindset, I think humanity will be in a good position in the future.”&#8211; Julien Payen, Co-founder &amp; CEO of LATTICE MEDICAL, User of Dassault Systèmes software



Read more: Meet the textile engineer redesigning the breast implant



11. Claire Biot











Read more: Meet the life sciences executive drawing inspiration from the past to create a more equitable future



12. Fabian Quintero











13. Xavier Fouger











“We’ve moved from an era where professors were the primary sources of knowledge to a time when they serve more as facilitators for students who now access multiple learning channels. Not only has their role changed, but the decreasing attention spans of modern learners have driven changes in educational strategies. We’re in a time where more dynamic and interactive teaching methods are required.” &#8211; Xavier Fouger, Senior Director of Global Academia Programs at Dassault Systèmes



Read more: Meet the engineer who bridges technology and education



14. Els Van Langenhove











“We all need to nurture our four bodies and take care of our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health in order of priority. Unfortunately, I had to learn this the hard way, but now I do what I can to share this way of living.” &#8211; Els Van Langenhove, Senior Strategist at 3DEXCITE, Dassault Systèmes’ Commercial Innovation brand



Read more: Meet the mindful mentor who is changing how we think about work



15. Fabio Crescenti











“When it comes to explaining things to others, you realize, first of all, maybe you’re convinced you know enough, but then you might find it’s not the case.” &#8211;  Fabio Crescenti, Industry Process Consultant in Dassault Systèmes’ Business Development Hub



Read more: Meet the mentor who’s enabling sustainable farming at scale



16. Suraj Kamble











“In the beginning, I used to do my work all by myself, and I wasn’t interacting too much with other people,” he said. “But then, once I started to train the interns and mentor them and teach them something new, I opened up a bit more.” &#8211; Suraj Kamble, Engineer at Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Lab



Read more:&nbsp; Meet the mentor whose work with start-ups is taking him out of his shell



17. Henry Shibayama











“It’s our role to think outside the box. To see from your own experience and your knowledge and try to help these startups the best you can. I think that’s the way I approach work, not only with startups but with every client I have a meeting with.” &#8211; Henry Shibayama, Industry Process Consultant in NETVIBES, Dassault Systemes’ AI-augmented business intelligence division



Read more: Meet the mentor helping lead a revolution in women’s healthcare



18. Sal Lama











“If we can inspire the next generation to continue to use our software, that’s good for everyone,” &#8211; Sal Lama, Director of Product Definition at SOLIDWORKS&nbsp;



Read more: Meet the mentor who’s inspiring makers in the lab and beyond



19. Claire Brisbart











“If I have one desire, it is that all these beliefs are finally banished and that people understand that video games can lead to great encounters and many skills that make the difference once entering the job market.” &#8211; Claire Brisbart, Web Product Owner at Dassault Systèmes



Read more: Is gaming the gateway to more women in STEM?



20. Laila Jones











“I’m an engineer by training – so I always encourage young women to head to STEM programs, but I also see that they need to learn to step up, speak up, and be bold, and I think gaming helps with those skills.” &#8211; Laila Jones, WW Value Engagement Competitive Intelligence Director at Dassault Systèmes



Read more: Is gaming the gateway to more women in STEM?



Related resources:




Meet the humans driving progress



2023 year in review: Humans driving progress





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At Dassault Systèmes, we are thrilled to reflect on the impactful role of our virtual twin experiences in 2024. By creating smarter products that enhance daily living, transforming cities towards a greener future, and shifting medicine towards prevention, our science-based virtual twin experiences have spurred innovation across diverse sectors.



While digital twins provide 3D representations of physical objects, virtual twin experiences go further, enabling the visualization, modeling, and simulation of entire environments for complex scenarios. The process begins by designing a 3D model that accurately represents a physical product or system&#8217;s shape, dimensions and properties. Within this virtual realm, simulations are conducted to predict how the product will perform when assembled, operated or exposed to different conditions, unlocking limitless testing possibilities.&nbsp;



From immersive experiences and personalized products to strategic partnerships and virtual simulations, the following highlights demonstrate how companies have used virtual world to impact real life throughout the year. Whether using augmented reality to envision sustainable urban environments or the cutting-edge personalization of footwear, each story shows a commitment to innovation, efficiency and sustainability.




 Virtual Twin Experience helps Paris hospital protect patients and educate caregivers&nbsp;








Back in February, we announced a partnership with the Saint-Louis Hospital AP-HP in Paris to develop an airflow simulation and augmented reality experience. This collaboration aims to enhance the understanding of respiratory virus transmission and improve patient care using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to create a virtual twin experience.



By creating a virtual twin of the hospital&#8217;s dialysis unit, healthcare professionals could visualize how virus particles circulate in the air, gaining insights into the effectiveness of ventilation and masks in optimizing care for immunocompromised patients.



To build this virtual twin, we used building blueprints combined with a 3D scan of the room conducted on-site using our HomeByMe mobile app to ensure accuracy. We then used our SIMULIA applications, powered by the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, to visualize, simulate and predict the transmission of respiratory and viral particles.&nbsp;



&#8220;Virtual twins are set to revolutionize daily patient care and infection prevention in the years ahead,&#8221; said Claire Biot, vice president of the Life Sciences and Healthcare Industry here at Dassault Systèmes.




Read the press release here





&nbsp;Piccadilly Circus takeover&nbsp;




For a week this spring, we launched an innovative digital out-of-home media campaign at London’s Piccadilly Lights, reaching 3 million people, and touching on every aspect of our daily lives. The campaign invited audiences to explore the impact of virtual worlds on real-life areas such as healthcare, urban development and manufacturing.



At the heart of the campaign was a striking display at Piccadilly Circus, featuring a massive 780-square-meter screen. This screen showcased groundbreaking innovations in virtual twin technology, demonstrating how imagination and innovation can lead to a more sustainable world. Every 10 minutes, an exclusive 40-second immersive video captivated viewers with 3D effects. The experience took audiences on a journey from the world&#8217;s first fully functional model of a human heart to scenes of humans and robots collaborating to create products from upcycled materials, futuristic aircraft navigating cities and pods designed to grow plants in any environment—even on the moon.







Additionally, the public was encouraged to deepen their experience via an augmented reality app on their smartphones. This app allowed users to envision a more sustainable future for Piccadilly Circus, share their experiences on social media, and learn more about the potential of virtual worlds.




Read the blog post here





Extending partnership with JLR&nbsp;








Also this spring, we announced a five-year extension of our long-term strategic partnership with Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), marking a new era of digital transformation for the automaker. JLR is the UK’s largest automotive manufacturer, designing, manufacturing, and selling some of the world’s best-known premium cars. This collaboration aims to enhance efficiency, foster innovation, and promote sustainability across the enterprise.



JLR has adopted the 3DEXPERIENCE platform globally to support the complete development process of its luxury vehicles. More than 180,000 users, including JLR business areas and suppliers, will leverage virtual twins to boost efficiency, streamline product management, save time, and reduce waste costs. This partnership underscores JLR’s dedication to responsible business practices in an industry that demands exceptional quality and personalization.



“JLR is utilizing the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to enhance its virtual twin capabilities, developing software-defined vehicles that blend hardware and software seamlessly. This systems engineering approach connects various disciplines, advancing vehicle development and ensuring the excellence expected by luxury brands,” said Laurence Montanari, vice president of the Transportation &amp; Mobility Industry here at Dassault Systèmes.




Read the press release here





ASICS personalization test studio at HQ&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;




Over the summer, ASICS launched the “ASICS Personalization Studio” at our global headquarters outside Paris. This innovative studio showcases large-scale personalization of premium footwear while employing a science-based approach to enhance physical recovery and performance.&nbsp;



The studio&#8217;s modular setup integrates the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and virtual twin technology with ASICS’ sports expertise, enabling on-site, on-demand manufacturing of shoe components tailored to individual specifications.&nbsp;



The ASICS Personalization Studio is currently testing a new service that provides on-demand sockliners customized based on foot shape data simulated using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Cutting-edge 3D printing technology is employed to create the sockliners, allowing adjustable softness levels to support recovery and improve performance.







“We share ASICS’ commitment to innovations that improve health and well-being. Our partnership reflects this by demonstrating a holistic approach to manufacturing that prioritizes the consumer experience,” said Pascal Daloz, CEO of Dassault Systèmes. “It also shows how the virtual world is catalyzing the 21st-century economy. Through their foundation in science, our virtual twins enable the industry to not only improve the performance and experience of products, but also to advance more sustainable business models.”



In 2025, the ASICS Personalization Studio will be transferred to Japan for further testing. The company plans to explore applying this technology to additional footwear products in the future.




Read the press release here





Virtual Twins in clinical trials&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;




This fall, following a five-year collaboration with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), we unveiled a groundbreaking guide for the medical device industry. This 44-page, peer-reviewed, open-access publication is the first of its kind and details how to employ virtual twins to streamline clinical trials.&nbsp;



The guide serves as a comprehensive resource for establishing credibility in a medical device in silico clinical trials, addressing the demand for faster and safer medical device evaluation. This collaboration resulted in an innovative approach, utilizing virtual twins to simulate specific aspects of patient populations with unparalleled accuracy. This method refines, reduces, and replaces the need for human and animal testing in clinical trials.&nbsp;



“As the healthcare industry continues to embrace digital transformation, the ENRICHMENT Playbook represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of clinical trial methodologies,” said Biot, our vice president of Life Sciences and Healthcare Industry.




Read the press release here





Catch us at Charles de Gaulle and St. Pancras International campaign








More recently, our “Virtual Worlds for Real Life” awareness campaign greeted travelers at major European hubs. This campaign invites travelers to explore virtual worlds through thought-provoking visuals in three of Europe’s busiest transportation hubs: Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports near Paris and St. Pancras International train station in London.&nbsp;



At Charles de Gaulle Terminal 2 in Paris, three dynamic screens and digital pillars, as well as a traditional billboard, feature the images at check-in, arrivals, and immigration areas, and in main corridors. Furthermore, more than 100 digital screens animate the lounges at both Charles de Gaulle and Orly. At St. Pancras International, the campaign involved 25 dynamic screens on walls, pillars and bus stops.&nbsp;



Premium digital and out-of-home visuals offer a glimpse of unprecedented ways to innovate in healthcare, infrastructure and manufacturing, which are only possible by virtual twins. These were showcased across more than 125 installations strategically placed in high-traffic areas of the airports.




Read the press release here




In 2024, Dassault Systèmes pushed the boundaries of innovation across various industries, from healthcare to automotive and beyond, using virtual twin technology and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Whether transforming public engagement with digital campaigns, advancing sustainable automotive manufacturing, personalizing athletic footwear or revolutionizing clinical trials, these partnerships are driving significant advancements. These initiatives not only enhance efficiency and sustainability but also showcase the potential of digital transformation in creating a more integrated and sustainable future.&nbsp;



As seen in its collaborations with JLR, ASICS and the FDA, Dassault Systèmes is driving the future of technology, demonstrating the powerful impact of virtual worlds in real-life applications. We can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2025!




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      <![CDATA[ 2024 Predictions: What expert ideas came true in the last year? ]]>
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In late 2023, some of our experts told us what they expected to see unfold in their industry in the coming year. Now, we’re checking back in with them &#8211; and including some new voices! &#8211; to see if those expectations lined up with reality.&nbsp;



Consumer Packaged Goods: Making strides toward sustainable packaging



Movements toward sustainable packaging in the CPG industry were a significant trend in 2024



Laurent Smadja, Business Value Consultant Director for CPG, told us last year how the consumer packaged goods industry had begun on a trend of exploring eco-conscious and sustainable packaging options following increasing consumer demands and expectations. This year, two of his colleagues, Raymond Wodar and Ken Chew Tan, chimed in to tell us what they thought of the industry’s developments over the previous 12 months.



“In 2024, consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies made strides in sustainable packaging as anticipated, largely driven by increasing consumer demand and regulatory pressure to reduce single-use plastics and carbon footprints,&#8221; explained Wodar, business value consultant director for the CPG industry. &#8220;There was a progressive shift toward compostable and biodegradable materials, and several major brands introduced fully compostable packaging for specific product lines, especially in the food and beverage sectors.”



Going forward, Wodar added, there’s the potential for the creation and deployment of new types of materials, like algae-based plastics and mycelium. Additionally, he added, we’ll see “advances in material science that may offer more durable, compostable options.”



“In terms of legislative and regulatory impacts, companies will likely have to accelerate sustainable packaging adoption in regions with stringent packaging regulations. This could drive further innovation in reducing plastic content and finding alternatives to hard-to-recycle components like film plastics,” Wodar said.&nbsp;



Wodar’s colleague, Ken Chew Tan, a business experience consultant, chimed in, highlighting how specific companies around the world have made the shift to sustainable packaging across the industry.&nbsp;



He added that some companies like Poland’s Hortex, France’s Agrilait, Switzerland’s Emmi and the United States’ Coca-Cola are among the earliest adopters of Tetra-Pak&#8217;s new plant-based packaging materials. These materials are made with 82% of plant-based components such as sugar cane and responsibly-sourced wood fibers. In India, Nestle has introduced a limited-edition plant-based fork made from wheat flour and salt that comes with their Maggi Cup Noodles product. In the US, Amazon has replaced 95% of single-use plastic pillows &#8211; nearly 15 billion a year &#8211; in their packaging with 100% recycled paper fillers.&nbsp;



All in all, the CPG industry made significant strides toward sustainable packaging in 2024 and shows no signs of slowing down in the coming year.&nbsp;



Aerospace &amp; Defense: Loads of launches &amp; New Space progress 



From heavy launches and missions to New Space exploration, the aerospace industry was busy in 2024



In late 2023, Jason Roberson, aerospace &amp; defense industry business value consultant, said he was looking forward to seeing what innovations would crop up in space sustainability and in heavy lunar launch activities.&nbsp;Safe to say, over the last year, there was a lot of activity in space.&nbsp;



Launches and missions:



There were plenty of launches and missions in 2024.&nbsp;



“There were exploration missions including NASA’s Europa Clipper and ESA’s Hera mission, as well as continued commercial space travel through SpaceX, Starliner, Virgin Galactic and Blue Origin,” he explained. Space Perspective, a “near earth” tourism company, also completed its first full, uncrewed test flight.



There were a few significant heavy launches in 2024, notably SpaceX’s successful launch of Starship Flight 5 and Intuitive Machines’ lunar lander Odysseus, which landed on the moon. There are many missions planned for 2025, including the launches of Artemis II, Blue Moon Pathfinder and Griffin Mission I, as well as crewed missions to the ISS, tourism and research missions by Virgin Galactic and the first flight of Sierra Space’s Dream Chaser.



New Space:&nbsp;



One trend Roberson noted is the continued evolution of the private space sector through increased investment and consolidation. New Space, which typically refers to the democratization of space, is a result of this, and the concept has taken off. Smaller and more efficient satellites are being developed and satellite constellations are being expanded. As of mid-2024, there were over 10,000 active satellites in orbit &#8211; the vast majority of which are in Low Earth Orbit &#8211; and the number is only growing.&nbsp;



In 2025, Roberson expects to see more New Space start-ups continuing to emerge from stealth mode as investments and consolidations continue, fueling exploration in this area. He also sees a growing role for AI.&nbsp;



“We need spacecraft to do more on their own, versus just being a data collection and transmission platform. There’s a lot of uncertainty in space flight and operations, and as we improve AI here on earth, the ability to send over-the-air updates to space systems will become even more important so that we can continue to improve system performance after deployment,” he explained.&nbsp;



Looking forward:&nbsp;



There&#8217;s a lot that could unfold in 2025. NASA signaled a new commitment to sustainability in 2024: at nearly every major space conference throughout the year, the agency put a focus on the topic, and in April, they released a space sustainability strategy. This year will see the beginning of how that strategy and the agency&#8217;s overall commitments begin to unfold.



Roberson also added there&#8217;s a great potential for shortened product development timelines next year, which take into account the increased rate of launches with the industry&#8217;s sustainability commitments.



“It’s a hot topic. We’re in a New Space race, driven by the commercial sector, and speed will be a major factor between winners and those who do not succeed. As digitalization fuels new space innovation, digital twins (and virtual twins) combined with simulation, will greatly accelerate product development, product fielding, operations, and the evolution of space products,” he said.&nbsp;



Home &amp; Lifestyle: Rising popularity of modular design 



The furniture industry moved toward modular design in 2024 as consumer demands shifted 



Last year, Business Value Consultant Annabelle Grauer predicted that modular design would take off &#8211; and boy, did it.&nbsp;



The concept grew in popularity for several categories of home products in 2024, with modular furniture being the most obvious example. The global modular furniture market expanded significantly; in 2023, it was valued at $81.3 billion and is projected to grow another 5% between 2024 and 2032.&nbsp;



This growth is particularly pronounced in a few key markets:&nbsp;




The United States, where space maximizing, flexible furniture demand increased by 15% over the past year and online modular furniture sales have grown by 20%



Germany, where the modular furniture market is projected to grow at a rate of 5.6% by 2030



China, where the modular furniture segment grew by 15% in 2023 




The acceleration of modular furniture design is driven by changing consumer preferences along with a growing emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendliness in furniture choices. Urbanization and the trend toward smaller living spaces are also fueling the demand for flexible, space-saving furniture solutions. Consumers are increasingly prioritizing convenience and customization, both of which are hallmarks of modular furniture.



Business Services: Railway innovation is on track 



The railway industry is moving toward new standards in efficiency in sustainability in 2025



In late 2023, VP of Business Services Taherah Kuhl said she was looking forward to seeing how Dassault Systèmes could contribute to making the railway industry a more sustainable and attractive one over the course of 2024 and beyond. It’s a long road to success, but here’s what’s happened so far:&nbsp;



“Rail is the most efficient form of transport whether for passengers or freight,” Kuhl explained. But the shift toward net zero carbon emissions and other sustainability aims won’t happen on their own.&nbsp;



“Rail has to become more attractive for businesses to make a modal shift or for passengers to choose rail over road. We have been instrumental in that aim and are helping rail operators to do this from making operations run more smoothly, providing a better service, and importantly looking after the workforce,” she added.&nbsp;



Dassault Systèmes provides integrated solutions that ensure staffing goes smoothly, bottlenecks in railyards dissipate, and end-to-end maintenance and engineering can go off without a hitch.&nbsp;



“Simulation software,” one of the company’s key offerings, “can provide the answer for different scenarios to be tested with the utmost level of detail and accuracy. These are some of the areas where we have been really excited to help keep rail on track for 2024 and beyond,&#8221; she said.    



Marine &amp; Offshore: Slow and steady sustainable progress 



The marine &amp; offshore industry saw some initial movement toward sustainable practices in 2024



Last year, Industry Business Value Consultant Jean-Benoit Bensoussan noted that the marine industry was facing the challenge of transitioning to more sustainable methods. Commercial shipping was &#8211; and still is &#8211; a significant emitter, and to counter this, the International Maritime Organization set a revised greenhouse gas (GHG) strategy to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.&nbsp;



The marine industry is slower to progress than others, he explained. While some sectors, like AI, experience rapid innovations, in Bensoussan’s industry, “changes don’t happen overnight.”&nbsp;



The shifts are smaller and gradual, particularly when it comes to sustainability efforts, which require significant overhauls. One such change came as the result of the summit of the Marine Environment Protection Committee, which met for its 82nd session in October.&nbsp;



The meeting resulted in a new net-zero framework addressing GHG emissions. It also led to a significant measure on the negotiation of greenhouse gas fuel intensity requirements, potentially in combination with a GHG pricing mechanism that aims to reduce reliance on the fuel. One other important decision made in the meeting included the adoption of regulations designating the Canadian Arctic and Norwegian Sea as Emission Control Areas. This designation aims to limit the emissions of these harmful pollutants, and it represents a tangible step toward sustainable progress in the industry.&nbsp;



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At the International Robot Exhibition 2023 in Tokyo, Japanese robotic line builder Yutaka Electronics took the opportunity to demonstrate the full potential of robotic assembly processes.



Yutaka’s exhibit featured a line comprising several robots that perform individual functions, including loosening and tightening screws, deburring (the process of removing sharp edges and inconsistencies from materials), and appearance inspection. In addition, two automated guided vehicles transported two collaborative robots, which were mounted on stands.



Setting up this type of line usually takes Yutaka an entire day. However, by using the virtual commissioning capabilities of Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud, it was able to complete the work in half the time.



Commissioning is the process of checking that a robotic line actually works as intended. It’s usually a physical process that takes place on the shop floor. Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform enables companies like Yutaka to create a 3D virtual twin of their equipment, which they can then test and validate before the line is built for real.



“By leveraging virtual commissioning during the design process, we can assess whether the work quality, cycle times, space layouts and workflows meet the users’ needs and then proceed with the engineering process,” said Daisuke Matsuo, a project manager in the research and development team at Yutaka Electronics. “This approach offers the advantage of nearly completing the confirmation of feasibility before integrating the production components required for manufacturing system implementation.” &nbsp;



Yutaka’s approach to virtual commissioning was also on display at the exhibition. The company set up its virtual environment alongside its physical robotic line, demonstrating how it will use the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to pre-verify feasibility of required specifications, ensure equipment reliability and reduce the time and costs associated with on-site commissioning.



Yutaka Electronics and Dassault Systèmes also hosted a joint exhibitor seminar at the exhibition, focusing on the latest trends in industrial robots and virtual technology.



This is just the start of things to come. “We will strengthen our collaboration with Dassault Systèmes in the future and enhance our capabilities as a system integrator supporting automated manufacturing systems, to assist our customers in building production lines more swiftly and reliably,” said Matsuo.



Read the full customer story to discover more about how Yutaka Electronics is leveraging tools from Dassault Systèmes to help it strengthen its position in a rapidly growing market.
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      <![CDATA[ Developing smart thermostats in record time ]]>
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The iJ thermostat is one of the most customizable products in CAREL’s range of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating control solutions. It was also developed by the Italian company in record time: just 10 days instead of the usual 100 days that it takes to get a product designed, made and out in the field.



How did CAREL successfully do this? Well, it changed the entire way it manages all aspects of design, engineering and manufacturing.



Before, the company’s product development cycles involved lengthy stages of physical prototyping, testing, and redesign, which were resource-intensive and slowed time to market. Teams also used disconnected tools and data systems, leading to inefficiencies in collaboration and decision-making.



Now, CAREL handles all product development within Dassault Systèmes’&nbsp;3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud, and designs, tests and refines everything virtually. Through this vertical process integration and automated exchange of data from one stage to the next, CAREL can mitigate errors early on and, from the very beginning, consider customer requirements all the way through to the setup of the manufacturing line.



“Being able to centrally manage our data in the platform allows us to industrialize a new product very quickly,” said Luca Toffanin, group product platform manager and PLM manager at CAREL. “Handling all processes via the 3DEXPERIENCE platform means that everything is clear and connected, and information flows between systems.”&nbsp;



Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) use the iJ thermostat to better regulate temperatures and optimize energy usage in the refrigerators, freezers and wine coolers they make. Because it needs to blend into their products seamlessly, they must be able to configure the thermostat’s color and size of displays and cases, as well as create unique icons and buttons.



Today, CAREL efficiently manages all product variants for its iJ control solution in the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Having a central product structure allows CAREL to clearly visualize customization options, understand the rules governing variants, and verify how components work together to make sure every proposed combination is feasible ahead of production. This streamlined approach accelerates design, significantly reducing the time spent on testing and verification – a process that previously took up to 30 days.



By mastering all of this complexity virtually, CAREL no longer needs to make as many physical prototypes and is reducing material waste in production, contributing to a more efficient and sustainable product development process. Its customers are more satisfied too. They can now choose from more customization options. And they no longer need to check multiple samples, or risk receiving products that don’t carry the features they wanted.



Discover more about how CAREL transformed its product development process and achieved faster, more sustainable innovation.




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Understanding the Hydrophobic Effect



Although it seems quite abstract, the interactions of molecules and atoms on a microscopic level often have profound effects on the macroscopic properties of materials and life itself. BIOVIA Solvation Chemistry provides the scientific link to understand these connections between microscopic, molecular interactions and industry-relevant experimental properties of liquids such as solubilities, vapor pressures, partition coefficients and many more. Exemplarily, in this blog post, we want to discuss the anomalous hydrophobic effect of water on a molecular level and its implications on industrial applications and life on Earth in general.



The phenomenon known as the hydrophobic effect, originating from the Greek words ύδωρ (ydor, water) and φόβος (phobos, fear), describes how molecules that “fear” water, tend to come together to avoid interacting with it. This effect explains, why oil and water do not mix but form separate phases, or why some compounds are better soluble in water than others.



It is not just dry textbook knowledge, but a concept fundamental to the existence of life on our planet, serving as a key driver behind biological processes such as the formation of cells and the folding of proteins in active or inactive structures. Proteins are essential building blocks of our body, consisting of chains of amino acids. In many cases, proteins only function properly when they are in a certain folded state, a state that is typically achieved within a specific range of temperatures. Among other factors, increased temperatures can lead to the denaturation of proteins, rendering them inactive. This process can be easily observed when e.g. boiling an egg, where egg albumen turns into a white, opaque substance upon denaturation of proteins (mostly ovalbumin) above 60°C. Also at lower temperatures, proteins can undergo reversible unfolding, a process known as cold denaturation. This behavior is directly linked to the temperature sensitivity of the hydrophobic effect and in order to understand it, we need to investigate the hydrophobicity of water itself.



The Surprising Hydrophobicity of Water



It might sound surprising, but water itself can be hydrophobic, at least to a certain degree.



Water molecules can be arranged in specific shapes or clusters. Here, molecules are connected by, what chemists call, a hydrogen bond. In water, this special type of bond occurs between a hydrogen atom and the oxygen atom of another water molecule. Since water has two hydrogen atoms and each oxygen atom can accommodate two hydrogen-bonds, complex networks can be formed, that stabilize different shapes of water clusters. Interestingly, the surface of these clusters has different properties than the surface of individual water molecules.



Relative screening charge density profile of the surface of a single water molecule (blue, structure top left) and a cluster of 20 molecules (orange, structure top right). Clearly the peak of charge neutral area in the center of the orange curve is visible, that is absent for isolated water molecules.







The picture shows the charge density surface of water and a cluster of water molecules connected by hydrogen bonds, easily computed with BIOVIA Turbomole Blue and red areas denote surface areas with large positive or negative screening charge densities, whereas green areas denote small screening charge densities close to zero. Generally, as a direct consequence of Coulomb’s law, opposing charges attract each other. Therefore, compounds with large positive or negative screening charge densities, prefer to be in contact with compounds of matching opposing screening charge densities. Compounds with a lot of nonpolar surface area (green) prefer other nonpolar compounds. As can be seen, water itself has quite a lot of positive and negative screening charge densities (blue, red). In contrast to this, the cluster structure, has more neutral area with small screening charge densities. For this reason, these clusters partly behave like a nonpolar hydrophobic substance.



Therefore, at low temperatures, when these clusters become more stable, surface properties of water change. Water itself becomes increasingly hydrophobic and in turn, hydrophobic molecules become more soluble in water. When the temperature increases, the clusters break apart and the solubility of hydrophobic molecules decreases. At even higher temperatures, other thermodynamic effects increase the solubility again, leading to a minimum in solubility, that is typically found somewhere in the range of 20 to 80 °C, i.e. near room and body temperature.



The accurate assessment of this temperature dependence is of importance in many applications, ranging from the solubility of additives in oil processing or carbon capture applications, to computation of partition coefficients of active pharmaceutical ingredients.



Advancing Innovation with BIOVIA COSMOtherm



BIOVIA COSMOtherm allows to simulate the temperature dependent hydrophobic effect of water in an efficient and accurate way, as is shown in a recent publication by M. P. Andersson and M. Richter



Aqueous solubilities of hexanol and benzaldehyde over a wide temperature range are shown. Experimental solubilities (blue curves) show a minimum around 320 K (hexanol) and 290 K (benzaldehyde) due to the hydrophobic effect of water. COSMOtherm FINE 2023 is able to recover this minima with high accuracy (325 K for hexanol and 290 K for benzaldehyde).







The picture shows the temperature dependent solubility of hexanol and benzaldehyde in water. Since both compounds are rather hydrophobic, the solubility is generally quite small, but simulation and experiment clearly show a minimum of solubility around 290 K (17 °C) for benzaldehyde and 320 K (47 °C) for hexanol. With BIOVIA COSMOtherm the temperature dependent solubility of any compound in water can be easily assessed out-of-the-box, including anomalies like the hydrophobic effect of water. This ability allows performing large-scale in-silico screenings of molecular properties with high accuracy that complement experimental efforts, speed-up innovation and reduce time-to-market for our customers.  



Learn more about BIOVIA COSMO RS.







References




Andersson, M.P. &amp; Richter, M. (2024). Comment on: The shape of water &#8211; how cluster formation explains the hydrophobic effect. J. Mol. Liq., 409, 125465 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molliq.2024.125465








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      <![CDATA[ The sustainability paradox of AI and climate change ]]>
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AI is facing a sustainability paradox.



Sure, AI can enable wildlife conservation and predict potentially devastating weather patterns better than humans. But the technology is also a significant contributor to climate change, producing immense amounts of heat and carbon. The process of developing the technology that some think will save the planet is actually a process that’s incredibly harmful to the planet.



Thus, a paradox. Artificial intelligence will need to solve the environmental problems its own production is contributing to one day. On its own, it can’t do so, and it’s nearly nonsensical to think that simply developing more AI is a solution.



What would help &#8211; and what already has &#8211; is applying AI to existing technologies with proven track records of success. AI can’t solve the issue of traffic on its own, but add it to traffic lights and you can reduce congestion by lowering the number of idling vehicles on the road. Artificial intelligence can’t remove litter from the ocean, but it can sift through photographs of the seas and detect debris for clean-up. When used in tandem with existing tools, AI’s potential and impact are almost limitless.



So, to make the future more sustainable, an integrated approach is best: continue to use known, successful technologies but enhance them with emerging ones like AI.



The problem with AI&#8217;s energy consumption



AI requires a colossal amount of energy to keep its systems running. It&#8217;s developed and run in data centers, which require large amounts of energy to keep their digital infrastructure up and running, produce a lot of heat in the process, and then require even more energy and water to run the climate control systems needed to cool them down.



&#8220;Data centers have been in a race for quite some time to reduce their environmental impact, particularly concerning energy and water consumption,&#8221; said Dassault Systèmes High Tech Solution Experience Director Jean-Marc Gaufrès. And, while improvements have been made, &#8220;this race will never end.&#8221;



Data centers are the main culprit for AI&#8217;s environmental detriment



Efforts are underway to make data centers more sustainable. Companies are just beginning to invest in renewable energy sources: Google recently announced they’re expanding their efforts in this area by partnering with a nuclear power start-up that will provide them with sustainable modular reactors to power their data centers. Despite efforts like these, the pace of AI development &#8211; and the draw of ever-increasing consumer adoption &#8211; often outstrips these advancements, presenting an ongoing challenge for the climate.



How does AI negatively impact climate change?



Beyond energy consumption, AI indirectly contributes to climate change in several ways. When it comes to data centers, the problem, according to Gaufrès, is three-fold.



● &nbsp; &nbsp; The energy resources needed for data centers are still largely based on what&#8217;s readily available and plentiful in supply: fossil fuels.



● &nbsp; &nbsp; The cooling processes in those data centers require both significant energy and water to prevent the necessary components from overheating.



● &nbsp; &nbsp; Those electronic components can only be used for so long before they reach capacity and need to be replaced, so keeping the data centers running doesn&#8217;t just require a lot of energy and water; they create a significant amount of waste, too.



The quest for more data and better AI is driving the expansion of all these digital infrastructures, perpetuating the cycle of increased energy usage and environmental impact.



The accidental environmental output from innocuous individual input



As consumers, we&#8217;re often shielded from the consequences of seemingly innocuous interactions with generative AI tools like Microsoft&#8217;s CoPilot or OpenAI&#8217;s ChatGPT. We don’t necessarily know it, but our conversations with chatbots can be harmful to the environment.



Using AI requires significant computing power and energy no matter what the query is. So, asking those tools to tell you if two plus two actually equals four leads to significant energy consumption and expenditure, even though it’s a simple ask.



&#8220;We&#8217;re using generative AI for tasks they&#8217;re not meant for,&#8221; said Sasha Luccioni, an AI and climate researcher, in a recent Tech Won’t Save Us podcast. &#8220;For tasks, especially like question and answer&#8230;you don&#8217;t need to generate things. You need to extract things.”



Using AI inefficiently exacerbates its environmental impact and its effect on climate change, leading to unnecessary energy consumption and emissions.



Artificial intelligence and climate change: Making a positive environmental impact



While artificial intelligence can easily be blamed for its negative environmental consequences, it also has the potential to be a problem solver. It can revolutionize how we combat climate change and protect our environment. By analyzing vast datasets, AI can identify patterns and correlations that human eyes might miss.



In agriculture, AI can optimize irrigation schedules, reducing water waste and enhancing crop yields. AI-powered drones monitor and protect forests, detecting deforestation and illegal logging activities.



In the transportation sector, AI can analyze real-time traffic data to optimize signal timings, alleviate congestion and lower emissions from idling vehicles.



In the construction industry, AI algorithms can select materials and architectural layouts that minimize heat absorption and maximize natural light usage, leading to less reliance on artificial lighting and heating systems, which can contribute to urban heat island effect.



AI can also enable us as individuals to make sustainable choices, like with applications that can track a user’s environmental impact and provide tips for eco-friendly habits or through smart home systems that can adjust energy usage based on user behavior, lowering electricity bills and carbon footprints.



AI has an abundance of applications for agriculture



A technological tandem: AI &#038; virtual twins



With all this potential, it’s clear that AI holds great promise for environmental sustainability, it’s still a developing technology. AI’s prospects for success can increase exponentially when paired with existing technologies with proven track records, like virtual twins.



On their own, digital twins – and in their newest evolution as virtual twins &#8211; have been enabling sustainable innovation for decades by enabling companies to virtualize their operations, from product design to material procurement to scalable manufacturing and cross-continental delivery. They&#8217;ve also helped companies prioritize sustainability as a key component of not only their business operations but their product output, too.



Virtual twins have been leveraged by thousands of companies across dozens of sectors to achieve climate-related success, particularly in the field of transportation. When hosted on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, this kind of collaborative software, which often includes modeling and simulation programs, has enabled car and airplane manufacturers to reduce the weight of their vehicles and planes, thus also lowering fuel consumption. Even when progress is small – think a pound or two – its effect at scale produces notable results.&nbsp;



Virtual twins, with their dependability and proven success, can be a necessary tool, then, in leveraging AI to its fullest potential.



Tackling climate change with machine learning: LLMaS



AI is quickly becoming a necessary component for businesses to succeed in any industry or sector. Developing it or purchasing AI tools outright, though, can be costly both in terms of capital and environmental impact. Earlier this year, Dassault Systèmes partnered with Mistral AI to launch a product that solves this conundrum: a large language model as a service, or LLMaS.



Providing an LLM as a service means that one company &#8211; not hundreds or thousands &#8211; needs to develop and train the model. That cuts down on the emissions released from data centers by reducing the need for them overall. Hosting the LLMaS on Dassault Systèmes&#8217; sovereign 3DEXPERIENCE cloud platform makes it accessible to the company&#8217;s 350,000+ customers. Partnerships like these signal a greater commitment to sustainably developing and making AI available on a wide scale.



Will AI save the environment?



By itself, AI in its current format can&#8217;t reverse the climate crisis or save Earth. In and of itself, it’s problematic, but when its issues are addressed, it has the potential to improve the environment and better life for all of us.



&#8220;We&#8217;re in this kind of eternal balance,” said Dassault Systèmes North America Sustainability Director Stan Piper. “We need to decide if the problem I am solving with AI is offset or overwhelmed by the cost AI demands?”



The journey toward a more sustainable future hinges on recognizing the duality of AI. While this technology demonstrates remarkable potential to enhance our efforts in combating climate change—through innovations in agriculture, transportation, and construction—it is essential to acknowledge that its true power lies in synergy with existing, proven technologies.



By integrating AI into established tools like virtual twins, we can magnify the effectiveness of our sustainability initiatives, ensuring that we harness both the new and the old for a greener tomorrow. This collaborative approach not only addresses the pressing challenges of energy consumption and waste but also paves the way for a more resilient and environmentally friendly society. Embracing this integration will ultimately be key to unlocking AI&#8217;s full potential while mitigating its environmental drawbacks.
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