AI in Environmental Health Practice
*Spotlight Event - AI (Artificial Intelligence) at NEHA AEC 2025*
AI in Environmental Health: Navigating the Readiness Spectrum for a Smarter Future
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant innovation—it is already embedded in the way we work, live, and interact with our environments. From predictive analytics to real-time translation, AI is reshaping operations across industries, including ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ health. Yet, within organizations, staff readiness ranges from enthusiastic early adopters to skeptical holdouts. In this session, NEHA’s Chief Operating Officer Kelsey Lyon and HSGovTech’s Executive Director of Growth and Operations Cameron Garrison explore the current state of AI adoption, its implications for the ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ health workforce, and how leaders can strategically guide their teams through this technological shift. Participants will learn practical steps for assessing organizational readiness, developing AI policies, identifying AI-enhanceable processes, and ensuring equitable adoption across all levels of AI fluency.
Wednesday July 16, 9:00 am - 9:50 am Phoenix, Arizona at Room - West 103AB
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now a consistent and growing topic in the professional world. AI can be a powerful tool to improve efficiencies and aid in decision-making for staff at all levels working in ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ health. We heard growing interest from members in incorporating AI into their work. However, with so many potential tools and potential use cases, where do you start?
Through the educational webinars over the last couple of months, NEHA shared the expertise via the Webinars listed below:
AI in Environmental Health Practice: An introduction to AI and AI tools and its practical application for the workforce
Building AI Frameworks: Ensuring Safe, Effective Policies for Environmental Health Webinar Series - Integrating Generative AI into Environmental Health Practice
A comprehensive two-part webinar series which explored the emerging landscape of artificial intelligence policy within state and local ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ health departments.
Developing AI Policies: A Practical Guide for Ethical Implementation
This webinar introduced attendees to Developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policies for Public Health Organizations: A Template and Guidance; designed specifically to help public health organizations create policies that encourage ethical AI experimentation to improve efficiency, enhance the quality of work and advance organizational goals. Developed through a collaboration between the Kansas Health Institute, Health Resources in Action, and Wichita State University's Community Engagement Institute, with funding from the CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant the template provides evidence-informed recommendations and examples to support organizations in crafting responsible AI policies.
Join NEHA’s AI Community Page!
Join a growing network of ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ health professionals exploring Artificial Intelligence. This community offers a space to discuss AI initiatives, share EH-specific use cases, receive feedback, and get guidance on using various AI tools effectively. Whether you’re just starting out or already applying AI in your work, this space supports collaboration and learning to responsibly advance ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ health. Open to NEHA members only.