Technology Must Serve the Public Interest
Carrying forward a tradition of ethical inquiry that began at the University of Wisconsin–Madison in the 1980s.
We advocate for scientific and technological progress grounded in safety, equity, and responsibility to society.
Mission
Scientific and technological progress must serve the public interest and reflect the values of safety, justice, sustainability, and human dignity.
- Advocating for responsible governance of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
- Promoting energy policies and practices that balance reliability, equity, and environmental responsibility.
- Strengthening democratic institutions through civic literacy, critical thinking, and informed public discourse.
Focus Areas
Artificial Intelligence
Advocating for enforceable safeguards, accountability, and meaningful human control in the development and deployment of artificial intelligence.
Energy & Infrastructure
Encouraging policies that balance growing technological demand with reliability, equity, and environmental responsibility.
Democratic Institutions
Encouraging constructive dialogue that strengthens institutional trust and informed decision-making.
Methodology
We combine research, interdisciplinary dialogue, and public advocacy to clarify risks, evaluate trade-offs, and promote responsible governance.
Analysis
Developing evidence-based analysis of artificial intelligence, energy systems, and institutional change.
Advocacy
Drawing on diverse and competing perspectives to develop practical recommendations for policy, governance, and public action.
Dialogue
Bringing technical, academic, institutional, industry, and community perspectives into constructive exchange.
Join Us
We invite others to join us in advancing responsible governance and informed public dialogue on the technological challenges shaping society