AI Emerges As Game-Changer in Climate Adaptation Transforming Complex Risk Analysis at Global
The power of AI lies in its ability to process vast amounts of data quickly and accurately, predicting climate impacts with unprecedented precision. According to the World Meteorological Organization, AI is revolutionizing earth system predictions, enhancing the accuracy of weather forecasts, and improving disaster management. Tech giants like Google and Microsoft are harnessing AI to advance flood forecasting, wildfire tracking, and public health monitoring. Despite their potential, these models are yet to be fully operationalized in developing countries where they are most needed.
In response, the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is leveraging AI through initiatives like the Asia Pacific Risk and Resilience Portal. This platform uses AI-dr...