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.

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The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

AI Applications in Conservation
AI-Driven Energy Solutions
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Biodiversity Conservation
Challenges and Innovations
Climate Change Mitigation
Decision Making
Efficiency and Ethical Implications
Environmental Monitoring
Environmental Sustainability
Ethical Challenges of AI Adoption
Ethical Considerations
Ethical Frameworks
Ethical Principles and Guidelines
Governance
Human-AI Collaboration
Opportunities
Smart Cities
Sustainable Agriculture
Sustainable Resource Management
Waste Management

Reviews & Statements

The book explores the use of Artificial Intelligence in sustainable development and environmental resilience. It addresses climate change, resource depletion, and degradation, highlighting the need for innovative solutions. The chapter discusses AI applications in climate modelling, energy optimization, waste management, biodiversity conservation, and disaster response, emphasizing ethical considerations, transparency, and inclusivity.

– Anjali Yadav, VIT AP UNIVERSITY

The intersection of environmental sustainability and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) raises several ethical considerations. As AI technologies continue to advance and play a significant role in various industries, it becomes crucial to assess their impact on the environment and address potential ethical concerns. Especially in the hospitality industry has increasingly embraced AI and machine learning to enhance various aspects of operations, customer service, and overall efficiency, where AI and machine learning are making an impact in the hospitality sector. Machine learning algorithms analyze customer preferences and behavior to provide personalized recommendations for services, room preferences, and amenities. AI-driven facial recognition technology streamlines the check-in process and provides secure access control to restricted areas within a hotel. Machine learning algorithms analyze customer preferences and behaviors to recommend personalized dining options, activities, and entertainment. Voice-activated assistants in hotel rooms enable guests to control lighting, temperature, and other amenities through voice commands, enhancing the overall guest experience. Striving for fairness and transparency in AI algorithms, addressing bias in training data, and continually monitoring. AI can be utilized for environmental monitoring and conservation efforts, raising questions about surveillance and potential misuse.

– Sanjeev Kumar, Lovely Professional University

Chapter 15 discusses the intersection of AI and sustainable agriculture, highlighting their potential to transform food production and address environmental challenges. AI technologies are integrated into agriculture to boost efficiency and productivity, but ethical concerns must be considered. Benefits of AI in sustainable agriculture include improved crop yield, resource optimization, and pest management through data analysis. Robotic farming and precision agriculture improve operational efficiency. However, issues like data ownership, privacy, and equitable access to AI arise. Automation may impact rural economies and employment. Policies and skill development are needed to support affected communities. Transparency and fairness in AI decision-making are crucial to avoid bias and injustice. Finally, AI can enhance agricultural sustainability, but ethical concerns must be addressed to create an equitable and environmentally responsible future.

– Peace Falola, Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan

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Hemachandran Kannan holds the Area Chair of the Analytics Department at Woxsen University. Dr. Hemachandran is an Advisory board member at APT AI Labs, LLC. He has been a passionate teacher with 15 years of teaching experience and 5 years of research experience. He served as an effective resource person at various national and international scientific conferences and also gave lectures on topics related to Artificial Intelligence. He was bestowed as Best faculty at Woxsen University in 2021-2022 and also in Ashoka Institute of Engineering & Technology in 2019 – 2020. He is having rich working experience in Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Building Video recommendation systems, Building Chatbots for HR policies and Education Sector, Automatic Interview processes, and Autonomous Robots. He is working on various real-time use cases and projects in collaboration with Industries such as Advertflair, LLC, Course5i and Apstek Corp. He has organized many International Conferences, Hackathons and Ideathon. An open-ended positive person who has a stupendous peer-reviewed publication record with more than 35 journals and international conference publications.

Raul Villamarin Rodriguez is the Vice President at Woxsen University. He holds a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Process Automation Applications in Human Resources from San Miguel University, Mexico. Under his leadership, Woxsen University has partnered with 50+ Leading Universities in 35 countries across 6 continents. He has been instrumental in bringing International Exchange Programs & Research opportunities with the said global partner universities for students and faculty. His areas of expertise span across the domain of Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Robotic Process Automation, Multi-agent Systems, Data Analytics (Big Data), Cybersecurity Management and Knowledge Engineering. Dr. Raul has been part of significant research during his tenure, primarily through RRBM, GRLI, and PRME. He has also played vital roles in organizing renowned educational symposiums for institutions like the Oxford Brookes University, UK and European Union-government bodies in Brussels, Belgium. A young achiever, Dr. Raul, has recently been awarded in the Europe India 40 under 40 Leaders and nominated in Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe 2020. His achievements also highlight him as a registered expert in Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent Systems, and Multi-agent Systems at the European Commission. Treading the path of thought leadership in the education domain, Dr. Raul has made his place as a member of international bodies such as GRLI Deans and Directors cohort, Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, and the Institute for Robotics Process Automation & Artificial Intelligence (IRPA AI). As a staunch knowledge contributor to his field of expertise, Dr. Raul is frequently seen as the keynote speaker and panel moderator at various national and international conferences. In addition, he has co-authored two reference books: ‘New Age Leadership: A Critical Insight’ and ‘Retail Store’e’ and has more than 70 publications to his credit. He is also a weekly contributing writer to various magazines, a notable journal reviewer, and an associate editor in renowned publications such as IEEE.

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