How Otto Is Thinking About AI, Sustainability, and the Future of Family-Friendly Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming part of everyday family life - from learning tools to planning apps and digital companions for kids. As AI adoption grows, many parents are asking an important question:

What impact does AI have on the environment - and what are companies doing about it?

At Otto, we believe responsible technology starts with asking these questions early - even before perfect solutions exist.

AI and the Environment: An Honest Conversation

AI systems require energy to operate, especially the data centers that power modern applications. As usage increases, so does energy demand - and that reality can't be ignored.

Rather than over-promising or making claims we can't yet support, Otto takes a transparent approach:

We acknowledge that AI has an environmental footprint, and we believe it's our responsibility to plan thoughtfully for reducing it over time.

This means thinking long-term about how AI is built, scaled, and powered - not just how fast it grows.

Otto's Long-Term Vision for Sustainable AI

While Otto does not currently operate its own energy infrastructure or direct energy programs, sustainability is part of our long-term roadmap.

As Otto grows, areas we are actively considering include:

• partnering with infrastructure providers that prioritize cleaner energy
• improving AI efficiency to reduce unnecessary compute usage
• evaluating emerging energy technologies, including micro-nuclear and small modular reactors, as part of the broader tech ecosystem
• prioritizing scalable, responsible growth over short-term expansion

These are not promises - they are principles guiding future decisions.

Why Micro-Nuclear Energy Is Part of the Conversation

Modern micro-nuclear energy is gaining attention across the tech industry because it offers:

• consistent, carbon-free power
• a smaller environmental footprint than traditional energy sources
• reliability for 24/7 systems like AI platforms

For companies building AI tools for families, these energy discussions matter - even early on - because infrastructure choices made later will shape environmental impact for years to come. Otto believes it's important to understand and evaluate these technologies now, rather than react later.

AI Can Be Part of the Environmental Solution

It's also important to recognize that AI isn't only a consumer of energy - it's increasingly being used to support sustainability efforts across industries, including:

• optimizing power grids
• improving climate and weather modeling
• reducing waste in transportation and agriculture

As the AI ecosystem evolves, Otto aims to support responsible uses of AI that align with broader environmental goals.

Why This Transparency Matters to Parents

Parents don't expect perfection - they expect honesty.

Otto is built for families who value:

• safety and age-appropriate design
• privacy and ethical AI
• long-term thinking about the world their children will inherit

By being clear about what we do today - and what we're still working toward - we aim to build trust from the start.

Parent FAQ: Otto, AI, and Sustainability

Q: Is Otto currently powered by renewable or nuclear energy? A: No. Otto does not currently operate or control its own energy sources. Sustainability is part of our long-term planning, not a current claim.

Q: Why talk about sustainability now? A: Because decisions about infrastructure and partnerships made later have long-term environmental impact. We believe these conversations should start early.

Q: Is Otto claiming to be a "green" or "carbon-neutral" app? A: No. Otto does not make those claims today. Our focus is transparency and responsible growth.

Q: How does this benefit families? A: Parents deserve to know how technology is being built - not just what it does today, but how companies think about the future.

Final Thought

Technology shapes the world our children grow up in.

At Otto, we believe responsible AI isn't just about features - it's about values, honesty, and long-term thinking. While we don't have all the answers today, we're committed to asking the right questions as we grow.

That's how trust is built - and how better technology starts.