Exploring ethical dimensions of environmental sustainability and use of AI

Hemachandran Kannan, Raul Villamarin Rodriguez, Zita Zoltay Paprika, Abejide Ade-Ibijola

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Abstract

Exploring Ethical Dimensions of Environmental Sustainability and Use of AI is a comprehensive and insightful book that delves into the ethical implications and challenges that emerge at the intersection of environmental sustainability and the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI). With a focus on key ethical dimensions such as transparency, equity, privacy, autonomy, unintended consequences, and trade-offs, this book aims to provide a thorough understanding of the responsible deployment and development of AI in the realm of environmental sustainability. By addressing the ethical aspects and challenges involved, this book contributes to the development of ethical guidelines and frameworks that align AI technologies with the vision of a sustainable and equitable future. Researchers will find immense value in this book as it offers a holistic exploration of the ethical implications, filling a critical gap in the existing literature. Policymakers can gain valuable insights to inform the creation of ethical guidelines and regulations governing AI use in sustainable initiatives. Practitioners, including professionals working in environmental organizations or technology companies, will acquire practical knowledge to guide their decision-making and implementation of AI-driven solutions. The book covers various topics ranging from AI applications in conservation and sustainable resource management to climate change mitigation, responsible AI development, ethical challenges in environmental monitoring, AI in sustainable agriculture, energy solutions, waste management, biodiversity conservation, AI-enabled smart cities, water management, human-AI collaboration, AI ethics governance, and the future of AI and environmental sustainability.

Original languageEnglish
PublisherIGI Global
Number of pages426
ISBN (Electronic)9798369308936
ISBN (Print)9798369308929
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 7 Dec 2023

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering
  • General Environmental Science
  • General Computer Science
  • General Arts and Humanities

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