“Data and AI For Science: Key Considerations” & “Considerations on the Environmental Impact of AI in Science” (Two New Reports From the International Science Council)
This paper examines the environmental implications of applying artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific research. It serves as a primer for scientists, research institutions and science policy-makers who seek to understand various approaches to addressing the environmental impact of AI in science. In addition, it offers guidance on how reducing environmental costs can contribute to the broader goals of sustainability and ethical AI use in research environments.
This paper examines the environmental implications of applying artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific research. It serves as a primer for scientists, research institutions and science policy-makers who seek to understand various approaches to addressing the environmental impact of AI in science. In addition, it offers guidance on how reducing environmental costs can contribute to the broader goals of sustainability and ethical AI use in research environments.
Filed under: Data Files, Journal Articles, News, Reports
About Gary Price
Gary Price (gprice@gmail.com) is a librarian, writer, consultant, and frequent conference speaker based in the Washington D.C. metro area. He earned his MLIS degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. Price has won several awards including the SLA Innovations in Technology Award and Alumnus of the Year from the Wayne St. University Library and Information Science Program. From 2006-2009 he was Director of Online Information Services at Ask.com.
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