AI could fuel climate misinformation, not solutions, warn environmental groups

A coalition of environmental groups has cautioned against the notion that artificial intelligence will alleviate the climate crisis, warning that instead, it could contribute to increased energy consumption and accelerate the dissemination of climate misinformation. 

While big tech companies and the United Nations have promoted AI advancements as solutions to address global warming, utilizing tools for tracking deforestation, detecting pollution leaks, and monitoring extreme weather events, the technology’s potential risks have been underscored.