AI for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Abstract

The application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool with the potential to significantly contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This abstract provides an overview of the intersection between AI and SDGs, exploring the ways in which AI technologies can be harnessed to address various global challenges and promote sustainable development. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States, outlines 17 SDGs that encompass a wide range of objectives, from eradicating poverty and ensuring access to quality education to promoting climate action and fostering innovation. AI, characterized by its ability to process vast amounts of data, learn from patterns, and make predictions, offers novel solutions to complex problems, thereby playing a pivotal role in advancing the SDGs. This abstract delves into specific areas where AI applications have demonstrated potential in contributing to sustainable development. It explores how machine learning algorithms can be utilized for poverty prediction and alleviation, optimizing resource management, and enhancing healthcare delivery in underserved regions. Additionally, the abstract examines the role of AI in promoting environmental sustainability through climate modeling, biodiversity conservation, and disaster risk reduction. Furthermore, the abstract addresses the ethical considerations and challenges associated with the integration of AI into sustainable development initiatives. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring equitable access to AI technologies, mitigating biases, and safeguarding privacy to prevent unintended consequences and disparities. Through a comprehensive review of literature and case studies, this abstract aims to provide a holistic understanding of the opportunities and challenges in deploying AI for the attainment of SDGs. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between AI researchers, policymakers, and practitioners, we can unlock the full potential of AI in addressing the complex, interconnected challenges that the world faces on its path towards sustainable development.