MBZUAI will showcase AI research for sustainability at COP28 in Dubai, highlighting AI's role in addressing climate change. The university will present research projects including generative AI, efficient AI operating systems, remote patient monitoring, and AI solutions for urban heat islands. MBZUAI will also emphasize its role in developing the UAE’s AI ecosystem. Why it matters: This underscores the increasing recognition of AI as a crucial tool for achieving sustainability goals in the Middle East and globally.
MBZUAI students participated in the Climate Ambassadors Programme (CAP) at Expo City Dubai, role-playing a COP28 session. Representing different countries, the students developed innovative climate change solutions, emphasizing AI's role. The event, part of a series leading up to COP28, saw MBZUAI ambassadors highlighting the need for proactive environmental action. Why it matters: This initiative showcases the potential of AI-focused education in addressing global climate challenges and promoting youth engagement in sustainability efforts within the UAE.
MBZUAI showcased AI applications for health, education, and climate at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2023. Talks highlighted AI's capacity to address challenges in climate change and other sectors, aligning with the UAE’s vision for technology-enabled solutions. MBZUAI researchers will demonstrate real-world AI applications and discuss research related to climate, health, and education. Why it matters: MBZUAI's focus on AI for sustainability demonstrates the UAE's commitment to leveraging advanced technology for addressing global challenges and advancing its leadership in clean energy and emissions reduction.
MBZUAI celebrated its Board Chairman, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, being appointed as UAE COP28 President-Designate. MBZUAI has recently signed agreements with IBM and Malaria No More/Reaching Last Mile to better understand and mitigate the effects of climate change. The UAE will host the annual climate summit at Expo City, Dubai, from November 30 to December 12, 2023. Why it matters: This appointment highlights the UAE's leadership in climate action and the role AI can play in addressing climate change challenges.
COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber visited MBZUAI and emphasized AI's role in the UAE's economic diversification and sustainable growth. He highlighted AI's potential to contribute $13 trillion to global GDP by 2030. Al Jaber also met with researchers to discuss projects related to sustainable environment, healthcare, education, and Arabic LLMs. Why it matters: This underscores the UAE's commitment to AI as a key driver for its future economy and its focus on leveraging AI for climate solutions and national priorities.