Calum Handforth

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Calum Handforth is a Senior Digital and Innovation Advisor at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), focusing on data, AI, and digital technologies for sustainable development. He is also a Policy Fellow at the University of Cambridge’s Centre for Science and Policy, which connects research with public policy decision-making. Calum serves on the London Climate and Sustainability Commission, advising the Mayor of London on sustainability strategy and implementation.

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Apr 27 2026

Why we need a ‘digital energy stack’ to tackle energy poverty

Illuminem Voices

Minorities · Ethical Governance

The “digital energy stack” reframes how countries can align AI, data, and infrastructure to tackle energy poverty and power an inclusive, resilient energy transition

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