UK creates £1.5M fund to support carbon-reducing AI projects

The UK Government has launched a £1.5 million programme to support the use of AI to reduce carbon emissions. "The UK is one of the world's most advanced AI economies, and AI technology is already having a transformative impact on our economy and society," said UK Science Minister George Freeman. "But there is tremendous potential to do more." The AI for Decarbonisation programme is part of the wider £1 billion Net Zero Innovation Portfolio that aims to accelerate the commercialisation of low-carbon technologies, systems and business models. The AI for Decarbonisation programme offers an exciting opportunity to leverage and develop the UK's outstanding expertise in the field," adds Freeman. "Putting this rapidly-evolving technology into action will enable us to save energy costs for businesses and households, create high-value, skilled jobs, and kickstart millions of pounds of private investment while supporting our net-zero targets."