Dr. San-Cheng (Simon) Chang, Mayor of Taoyuan and former Premier of Taiwan, is a visionary leader with a career spanning academia, industry, and public service. With advanced degrees from Cornell and Stanford in civil engineering, he pioneered computational methods, founded Taiwan’s national supercomputing facility, and held leadership roles at Google and Acer, advancing cloud computing and cybersecurity. As Taiwan's Minister of Science & Technology, he championed open data and open government, earning global recognition for innovation.
Since 2022, Dr. Chang has transformed Taoyuan, one of Taiwan's most populous cities with 2.3 million residents, into a global leader in smart city innovation. The city has implemented AI-powered systems to protect rivers, optimize traffic flows with smart sensors, and engage residents through virtual urban planning tools. These efforts, which consistently earn international acclaim, showcase how technology can foster sustainability, enhance governance, and build inclusive communities. Our discussion will explore Taoyuan's current smart infrastructure initiatives and future plans to foster vibrant communities and strengthen democracy through technology.
Beth Simone Noveck, Director of the Burnes Center for Social Change and the Governance Lab will talk with Dr. Chang about AI's role in transforming one of Asia's most innovative cities. Dr. Chang will share insights on how Taoyuan is paving the way for smarter, more responsive urban environments that benefit the city and its residents.
Click here to register to attend this lecture. The event will be held on Zoom on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6 p.m. ET.
