Smart Technologies and the Green Economy An AI-Driven Approach to Sustainable Development Goals
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https://doi.org/10.64882/ijrt.v14.iS2.1172Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Green Economy, Sustainable Development Goals, Sustainable Development, Digital Sustainability, Environmental GovernanceAbstract
Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN depends on the shift to a green economy, especially in light of growing environmental issues and resource limitations. By increasing productivity, maximizing resource utilization, and assisting with evidence-based decision-making, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a potent enabler in hastening the green economic transformation. With an emphasis on how AI-driven solutions support sustainable production, energy management, waste reduction, and climate action, this exploratory study explores the connections between AI, the green economy, and the SDGs. The paper analyses important potential, difficulties, and ethical issues related to AI adoption in green economy projects using an exploratory research design based on secondary data, policy documents, and current literature. The results show that while AI can greatly aid in achieving the SDGs, ethical AI frameworks, inclusive policies, and responsible governance are essential to guaranteeing fair and long-lasting results. The report provides policymakers, managers, and development practitioners with insights and adds to the expanding conversation on technology-enabled sustainability.
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