At Jamworks, we’re all about creating accessible, AI-powered tools that make learning easier, more personalised, and more inclusive. From supporting neurodivergent learners to helping students take control of their studies, our mission is focused on making education work better for everyone. As we continue to grow, we’re also thinking about how our innovation aligns with our values. While our platform lives online, we know that digital tools, including AI, have a physical footprint.
That’s why, starting in 2026, we’re committing to restore 1,000 gallons of freshwater for every 1,000 hours of recordings made on Jamworks.
We’ve partnered with Terrapass, a verified initiative that returns clean water to rivers and streams across North America. Their Water Restoration Certificates (WRCs) support ecosystems that need it most – improving habitats, strengthening communities, and contributing to long-term water resilience. Since launching in 2004, Terrapass has helped fund projects that have avoided over 4 million metric tonnes of CO₂ emissions – equivalent to taking nearly a million cars off the road for a year! Check out their projects here.
The Water Cost of AI
AI is opening up incredible possibilities for learning, accessibility, and productivity. Like any powerful technology, it runs on physical infrastructure, including data centres that use water for cooling and energy to stay operational. While water use varies by location and hardware, estimates suggest that up to 500 mL of water may be used for every 20-50 AI model queries.
That said, the energy footprint of AI remains relatively modest in context. For example, 10 ChatGPT queries use less than 0.09% of the daily per capita energy consumption in the U.S. according to Sustainability by Numbers. As AI continues to evolve, so too does the efficiency of the systems behind it – offering huge potential to scale responsibly and sustainably.
Jamworks is proud to run our platform on Microsoft Azure, a cloud provider committed to becoming water positive by 2030, meaning it will replenish more water than it consumes. By aligning with Azure, we’re supporting infrastructure that’s actively working to reduce its environmental impact.
Click here to Read more about Microsoft’s water positive strategy.
Smarter Learning, Sustainable Thinking
Just like Jamworks is transforming how students learn through smarter, more inclusive tools, we’re also taking ownership of how we grow as a company. This initiative isn’t about making grand environmental claims – it’s about backing our values with action. Whether it’s how we design our features or how we think about sustainability, we’re committed to thoughtful, measurable progress.