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In today’s Cloud Wars Minute, I explore how IBM’s Sustainability Accelerator is driving AI-powered solutions to tackle environmental and economic challenges worldwide.
Highlights
00:03 — The IBM Sustainability Accelerator supports nonprofits and governments in tackling environmental and economic challenges. IBM has selected five more organizations from 100 applications to join the accelerator program and develop AI-driven solutions for more resilient, safe, and sustainable cities.
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00:27 — The projects include C40 Cities and the UN World Food Program, among others. Cotiviti is working with IBM to design AI models to address climate vulnerabilities in Samarinda, Indonesia. Since 2022, IBM has committed $45 million to sustainability efforts benefiting thousands of people worldwide.
01:18 — Leaders like Oracle’s Larry Ellison believe that technology can save our planet from the man-made and natural threats it faces. And he’s probably right. It’s encouraging, though, to see this prediction in action with tangible projects such as the IBM Sustainability Accelerator.
