MIT Technology Review February 12, 2025
In partnership with Infosys Cobalt
Enterprises are gearing up to use cloud and AI to reduce their environmental impact and meet ambitious sustainability targets.
Organizations working toward ambitious sustainability targets are finding an ally in emerging technologies. In agriculture, for instance, AI can use satellite imagery and real-time weather data to optimize irrigation and reduce water usage. In urban areas, cloud-enabled AI can power intelligent traffic systems, rerouting vehicles to cut commute times and emissions. At an industrial level, advanced algorithms can predict equipment failures days or even weeks in advance.
But AI needs a robust foundation to deliver on its lofty promises—and cloud computing provides that bedrock. As AI and cloud continue to converge and mature, organizations are...