AI and Sustainability: The Future is Now

To build a greener tomorrow, it is essential to act today. Artificial intelligence (AI) allows us to act smarter and faster than ever before. From precise measurement to actionable insights, AI-powered technology is transforming sustainability efforts. At Nextbitt, every action counts towards a greener future.

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Artificial Intelligence as a General Purpose Technology (GPT)

AI is part of a long evolution of general purpose technologies (GPTs) that have shaped history and driven progress. Just as fire made it possible to cook and transform materials, the wheel revolutionized mobility, steam drove the Industrial Revolution and electricity paved the way for computing, AI represents the next great revolution. Some studies indicate that the impact of AI could be 70 times greater than that of the Industrial Revolution in the first 70 years.

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The Impact of AI on Sustainability

McKinsey studies highlight that AI has enormous potential to accelerate climate action (SDG 13) and make energy more affordable and cleaner (SDG 7). However, these two Sustainable Development Goals remain among the least explored and require concrete action.

The Boston Consulting Group concludes that AI can optimize energy consumption, improve transport and facilities management, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. AI-based systems analyse large volumes of data from energy networks, adjusting operations in real time to maximize energy storage and distribution. In addition, AI is revolutionizing waste management, increasing process efficiency and improving recycling rates.

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The Environmental Cost of AI

Although AI requires large amounts of energy and water, resulting in CO2 emissions, the benefits outweigh the costs. Data from the International Energy Agency indicates that AI represents only a small percentage of global electricity consumption. In addition, new cooling solutions for data centers are being developed and the concept of "Green AI" is gaining momentum.

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Nextbitt and the Green Digital Transition

AI will not replace companies, but companies that adopt AI will have a competitive advantage. Since its inception, Nextbitt has explored and applied AI to maximize the green digital transition. Its integrated approach combines three solutions on a single platform powered by Microsoft Azure:

1. Enterprise Asset Management - Machine learning models analyze historical data to predict future use or equipment failures. In addition, AI detects early signs of problems and recommends adjustments to optimize the use of resources.

2. Energy Management System - Monitoring starts with smart meters and evolves into predictive management that identifies consumption patterns, enabling proactive planning. Nextbitt's clients have been able to optimize energy efficiency and reduce costs by up to 50%.

3. Environmental Management System - Includes two solutions with a significant impact:

• Waste Management - Automates the waste management process from source to disposal, classifying recyclable materials and ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies.

• Intelligent Document Recognition - Uses AI to classify and extract critical information from documents, ensuring data accuracy and facilitating auditable processes.

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The Operational Command Center for Sustainability

The integration of these solutions allows companies to create an Operational Command Center for Sustainability, a concept pioneered by Nextbitt that turns data into action. The combination of AI and sustainable asset management enables actionable insights, proactive planning and measurable results.

Artificial intelligence is shaping a more sustainable future. It's up to us to embrace this revolution and act today for a greener tomorrow.

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To explore more about how artificial intelligence is transforming sustainability and see practical examples, watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/yEs9Am2FJdQ?si=YwESOadgxG0s6HAs.