Staying Informed in the Age of AI

Staying Informed in the Age of AI

As technology rapidly advances, it can be challenging to stay informed without being overwhelmed. This month, I’ve been learning about new AI tools like ChatGPT-4, Claude, and DALL-E 3. These tools aim to make our lives easier, but also change the way we consume...
TEDx Comes to Town

TEDx Comes to Town

This month my hometown of Holland, Michigan hosted the TEDx Macatawa 2023 event. The event was attended in-person by many thought leaders from our community who are engaged in making Holland a better place. It was also livestreamed to reach a broader audience. TEDx...
Me and Claude 2.0

Me and Claude 2.0

As an avid science fiction reader, I have long been intrigued by Isaac Asimov’s books on robots. Many of his short stories describe how robots become integrated into society – at times resented, and at other times embraced. One robot strives to become more...
Are We Running Out of Electricity?

Are We Running Out of Electricity?

Each month, we strive to bring you articles on topics we are currently exploring. This month, my focus has been on power grids and solar farms and their potential to combat climate change and reduce carbon emissions. My economic development colleagues at electric...