A Paper on The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Sustainable Development
Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, Environment, Sustainable Development, Remote Sensing, Wildlife Protection, Renewable Energy, Climate ChangeAbstract
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and its expanding influence across various sectors necessitates an evaluation of its impact on the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals. Through a consensus-based expert elicitation method, it is determined that AI has the potential to facilitate the achievement of over half of the targets within all goals, but it may also impede certain objectives. Nevertheless, existing research tends to neglect crucial facets of AI. The rapid advancement of AI demands adequate regulatory understanding and oversight for AI-driven technologies to foster sustainable development. Neglecting this imperative step may lead to deficiencies in transparency, safety, and ethical standards.
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