Beyond the Hype and Into the Practice of Using Large Language Models (LLMs) Sustainably & Effectively
And an invitation to join us for our free hands-on course on Sustainable LLMs starting March 20.
Large Language Models (LLMs) are everywhere, and everyone is talking about them. But beyond the buzz, how do you actually use them in practice? How can they be implemented sustainably to drive real business impact?
Disruptive technologies redefine industries, creating new markets and transforming existing ones. LLMs fall squarely into this category, offering unprecedented capabilities in natural language understanding, automation, and decision-making. They are being rapidly adopted across industries, from healthcare to finance and beyond. However, many companies struggle to move from experimentation to effective deployment - particularly when considering sustainability, ethics, and real-world feasibility.
It is encouraging to see ethics and sustainability gaining traction in public discussions about LLMs. However, the real challenge lies in translating these principles into practical, technical solutions. Questions remain:
How can businesses ensure LLMs are used responsibly?
How do we balance AI model performance with energy efficiency?
Who can provide practical guidance to determine whether LLMs are even the right solution for a given industry problem?
While techniques like model pruning and quantization are well-established ways to reduce computational costs, sustainability in AI extends beyond what can be programmed.
While this topic is of growing importance and beginner-level, no-code AI workshops are widely available, there is still limited offering of practical, hands-on guidance beyond introductory concepts. This is where CeADAR’s Lighthouse Projects Programme steps in.
Introducing Our Free Hands-On Course on LLMs
We are launching a comprehensive, free 10-week hands-on course to help professionals and researchers move beyond the buzz and into practical applications of LLMs. This course is designed for those eager to develop real-world, sustainable, and ethically responsible AI solutions.
📅 Start Date: March 20, 2025
⏳ Duration: 10 Weeks
💻 Format: Online with a Hybrid Hackathon
🔥 Key Focus Areas: Practical applications, sustainability, and ethical considerations of LLMs
Through technical demonstrators, interactive labs, and expert-led discussions, participants will learn to apply LLMs responsibly, effectively, and sustainably.
Course Summary
Title: Practical Introduction to Sustainable Large Language Models (LLMs): Understanding, Application, and Ethics
Course Duration: 8 weeks, 18 hours of classroom time
Certification: Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Lighthouse Projects Programme of CeADAR – Ireland’s National Centre for AI
Target Audience:
Software engineers, data scientists, and AI researchers looking for hands-on experience.
Graduate students in computer science seeking to explore agentic AI, sustainable AI, and LLMs through practical projects.
Technical professionals transitioning into AI-focused roles who want structured, applied learning.
Industry innovators aiming to explore sustainable AI solutions and integrate LLMs into workflows.
What You’ll Gain from This Course
✅ Hands-on experience with LLM applications beyond theoretical knowledge
✅ A structured, technical approach to sustainability & ethics in AI
✅ Guidance on practical AI implementation in real-world business settings
✅ A community of practice where professionals can share insights and collaborate
How to Join
📢 Ready to move beyond the buzz? Register now and reserve your spot: https://ucd-ie.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O93RcmVkQs2TTD5fhaMWlA#/registration
See you on the other side!