At the HumanX conference in San Francisco, Al Gore, former Vice President of the United States, expressed his belief that advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models may have developed a sense of self. He discussed the implications of AI's potential sentience while advocating for the use of renewable energy sources to power AI data centers instead of fossil fuels. Gore referenced research predicting that by 2035, AI could contribute to a net-negative effect on carbon emissions through improvements in efficiency in areas like renewable energy management and industrial logistics. He emphasized the importance of public discussions regarding the governance of AI technologies, suggesting that all pioneering AI models should have a publicly accessible 'constitution' guiding their development. Additionally, Gore raised concerns about job losses resulting from AI advancements, calling for proactive measures to address these socioeconomic challenges. He concluded by urging the audience to leverage AI to foster democratic discourse in society.