What is AI's role in the climate transition and how can it drive growth?

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Year Published

2025

Contributing Organizations

World Economic Forum (WEF)

Type of Resource

Research/Insights Report

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Core Climate Capabilities

Topic 2

Mitigation

Topic 3

Adaptation & Resilience

Target Audience

Education Providers / Think Tanks / NGOs

Advisors & Consultants

Governments & Policymakers

MDBs/DFIs

Relevant Geography

Global

Open Resource

Resource Description

This resource explores the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in supporting the climate transition, highlighting its potential to accelerate progress toward net-zero goals.

Why This Matters

AI offers transformative tools for climate solutions, but its benefits depend on collaborative action to consider technological progress against climate objectives.

Key Insights

Identifies five key impact areas for AI: transforming complex systems, accelerating innovation, driving behavior change, improving climate and policy modelling, and enhancing adaptation and resilience
Emphasizes that AI can be a powerful enabler of climate action across sectors
Stresses the need for urgent, collaborative efforts from governments, businesses, and civil society to harness AI’s potential effectively

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