artificial intelligence

An opportunity or a concern: understanding AI in sustainability

Feature / A recent study led by Björn-Ola Linnér and Marie Francisco explores AI’s various applications and the accompanying potential risks and benefits.

Film: How can artificial intelligence contribute to Agenda 2030?

Feature / Henrik Carlsen, Fredrik Heintz and experts discuss artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and the SDGs in this film produced by Mistra Geopolitics.

Technological disruption: Will artificial intelligence solve global problems or widen equity gaps?

Perspective / This perspective explores the issue of artificial intelligence as a tool to address climate change and as a force with the potential to affect social equity.

When decisions are made by drones and other tech

Feature / What can be done to ensure that drones, AI and other technologies make environmentally sustainable choices?

Artificial intelligence, systemic risks, and sustainability

Journal article / Despite growing interest in and deployment of AI technologies in domains critical for sustainability, few researchers have explored the possible systemic risks.

Using artificial intelligence to detect permafrost thawing

Feature / A new collaboration aims to more comprehensively explore permafrost thaw, which is essential for understanding the speed of climate change.

Exploring the use of machine learning to detect environmental changes and management options affecting soil carbon storage and greenhouse gas emissions

Project / Using innovative technologies we are investigating new methods to measure and monitor soil organic carbon stocks quickly and at scale.

Strategic foresight to applications of artificial intelligence to achieve water-related Sustainable Development Goals

Other publication / The report discusses the adoption of AI for water-related sustainable development.