Here at OpenGenius we understand and take seriously the environmental concerns regarding AI technology. That’s why we’ve developed a fundamentally different approach to AI integration that significantly reduces environmental impact while maintaining the benefits of AI-assisted thinking.
Now, with the recent introduction of the EU AI Act, we are committed more than ever to thorough risk and impact assessments and keeping you informed as part of our promise to honour transparency with our customers.
How AYOA’s AI differs from traditional AI applications:
Focused, not conversational
Unlike AI applications we may be more familiar with that rely on lengthy chat-based interactions consuming substantial computational resources, AYOA’s AI operates through targeted, brief interactions designed to spark one’s own visual thinking. Our AI generates concise suggestions for managing your projects, rather than engaging in extended conversations with large carbon footprints.
Visual-first design reduces data intensity
AYOA’s core strength lies in visual thinking tools and the AI we apply enhances these visual elements with minimal text generation, requiring significantly less computational power than text-heavy AI applications. When users create visual representations of their ideas, they naturally reduce reliance on continuous AI prompting.
Efficient idea structuring
Our AI focuses on helping users organise existing thoughts rather than generating extensive new content. This means shorter prompts, targeted responses and dramatically reduced server processing compared to applications designed for content creation or lengthy dialogue.
Neuro-inclusive
AYOA was built to be an inclusive application. AI can support those that are neurodivergent, and the use of AI in these situations is justified.
Our environmental responsibility commitment
AI functions as a user-controlled engagement: Users choose when to engage AI features rather than AI being central to every interaction in AYOA.
Visual impact
By emphasising visual thinking, we reduce the need for AI-generated text
Purposeful integration
AI serves specific functions (idea generation, structure suggestions) rather than being the primary interface
The Bigger Picture (Thinking!)
AYOA’s AI actually promotes more efficient thinking and planning, potentially reducing the environmental impact of inefficient work processes, unnecessary meetings, and repeated cognitive tasks.
When teams can organise and collaborate more effectively using our visual tools, they often reduce overall digital resource consumption.
We believe AI is a powerful tool that can enhance the human experience and ways in which we connect our ideas.
We remain committed to monitoring and minimising our environmental impact while providing tools that empower creativity and collaboration.
As AI governance evolves, we will continue to adapt responsibly — always putting people, purpose, and sustainability first.
