Applications of AI in

solving Real- World

Issues

Here starts
the lesson!
 What is Sustainable Importance of
Development? Sustainable
 Development
It provides initiation and approaches for
Sustainable development is the development development, conservation and protection of
natural resources to stop environment
that satisfies the need to the present without
degradation.
compromising the capacity of future
 It makes us aware of sensible consumption
generation, guaranteeing the balance between
of our natural resources by Reducing,
economic care for the environment and social Recycling and Reusing our available
well-being. resources.
 It gives solutions in terms of clean energy
usage at all levels by efficient use of wind,
solar, water energy, etc.
 It ensures environmentally sustainable
economic growth.
 Importance of Challenges to
Sustainable Sustainable
Development
 It provides methods and contd…
alternatives to 
Development
Though many NGOs and non-profitable
reduce the impact of air, water and soil organisations with the support from
pollution on our economic development of government and international bodies are
the society. working to educate uneducated population
and bring awareness, it has many hurdles
 It supports the concept of smart and and challenges which is not easy and time
sustainable cities with developed transport, consuming also.
clean water and sanitation, quality education
 With the existing issues of climate change,
an decent employment to all.
the number of species both on land and
 All nations across the globe are together in water has become extinct and many are on
support of implementing these goals in an verge of their extinction. Under such
effective manner. circumstances striking a balance in the food
chain to bring the balance in different forms
of the ecosystem is a big responsibility.
 Challenges to Sustainable
Sustainable Development Goals-
Development contd…
 Many countries want to show their power
Agenda 2030
The SDGs also known as Global Goals, are a
and prove their best by using their nuclear universal approach for improving our world. These
weapons and encouraging the destruction of are 17 interconnected universal goals approved in
nature and mankind. In these conditions 2015 by the United Nations General Assembly and
ensuring world peace is a global challenges. are expected to be achieved by the year 2030.
 Many countries are still not serious in taking
the initiatives and implementing the policies
in favour of SDGs. Due to this lack of
interest, there is a huge world population
which is still insensitive towards its need.
 Traditionally, food production is increased by expanding
Recognizing the causes cultivable land. But this cannot be done anymore, as nearly
half of the potentially productive farmland has already been
of povert is key to
used for agriculture.
tackling the problem
Growing the perfect crop:- AI technology can help grow
using AI technology. seeds with right genetic make-up that generate the highest
yield, most nutrition and are largely disease resistant.
Improving Agriculture:- AI can help farmers analyze a Maximizing current output.:- AI can evaluate food to
variety of things in real time, such as weather conditions, determine the best way to use it.
temperature, water usage or soil conditions collected from Precise application of herbicides:- Rather than spray and pray
their farms to make informed decision. approach to herbicide application, AI can be used to distinguish
Improving Education Level:- Poverty and lack of between a weed and a sprout of a plant based on learning from
Education go hand in hand AI can help improve education more than a million images of young plants. When it identifies
levels in poor areas. Intelligent chatbots as teachers or a weed, it can spray on its directly. This can cut losses by up to
students without access to other forms of schooling are not 90%.
very far off. Early warning of a crisis:- AI can help identify the areas
which are at an increased risk of food shortage due to lack of
AI system could be water, rising food prices and crop failure. Such a system has
deployed for a smarter already been deployed in Colombia to warn the farmers of a
potential drought and suggest them to skip the planting season.
and more efficient food The farmers who heated the advice and skipped a planting
production. season, saved on planting cost when the drought occurred.
Quick Revise Time…. Discuss a case study how AI prediction helped
farmers to plan crop plantation.
How AI can be used in place of “spray and
pray” approach to herbicide application? Early warning of a crisis:- AI can help identify the areas
which are at an increased risk of food shortage due to lack of
Precise application of herbicides:- Rather than spray
water, rising food prices and crop failure. Such a system has
and pray approach to herbicide application, AI can be
already been deployed in Colombia to warn the farmers of a
used to distinguish between a weed and a sprout of a
potential drought and suggest them to skip the planting season.
plant based on learning from more than a million images
The farmers who heated the advice and skipped a planting
of young plants. When it identifies a weed, it can spray
season, saved on planting cost when the drought occurred.
on its directly. This can cut losses by up to 90%.

How AI helped to find poverty-stricken areas?

Geographic areas with a high light density at

night-time tend to be Typically wealthier than
those which are the little or no access to
electricity at night. Satellite images of
different areas in daylight and night time
images were used to identify the most
poverty-stricken regions.
 With the introduction of AI
teachers can offer
personalized
recommendations to each
child based on their learning
needs and the kind of learners
 AI has the potential to provide data driven clinical they are. Learning:- With the introduction of AI teachers can
Personalized
decision support to healthcare providers. offer personalized assistance to each student, based on their
learning needs and the kind of learners they are.
 An AI system can be generated that predicts the outcome Intelligent supportive learning environments:- Through AI
of hospital visits. This prevents readmissions and shortens powered apps, students are targeted, customized and get real-time
responses from their teachers.
the period of time patients are kept in hospital. Also, AI
Simplifying Administrative Tasks:- AI can be used to automate
can improve healthcare by fostering preventive medicine the grading tasks where multiple tests are involved. This way,
teachers can spend more time on their students.
and new drug discover.
Smart content.:- AI Can produce a smart content of superior
 AI can also help identifying specific treatments for quality, which includes virtual content like video conferencing
patients. and video lectures.
Quick Revise Time….

Problem AI Solution
Standardized curriculum doesn’t cater Personalized Learning
individual need
Increasing drop out rates in universities
AI sentiment analysis
The need to effectively combatting Plagiarism
and ensuring authorship
NLP can identify pattern and
source facts.
Limited one-to-one tutor time available for
university students Personal virtual tutors.
 Can AI help bridge the Artificial intelligence can be
traditional gap used for detection of any
between the genders? dangers, bacteria and
harmful particles in water.

AI can be used to address gender pay gaps which exist at  AI can be used for more effective water treatment
most places. Using machine learning algorithms. It is able to processes as well as detect problems and assure an
merge data together, analyze it and provide expertise in three early allocation of efforts.
key areas:-
 Identifying existing pay discrepancies based on gender,  It can offer accurate and timely information about the
ethnicity, disability or any other factor. kinds of pollutants in water and make
 Providing insights into cause behind these gaps based on
recommendations for their treatment.
data and academic expertise from the backend.
 Opportunities to take data driven decision to narrow these
gaps.  AI and machine learning
 AI programs can be designed to monitor internal technologies can analyze a fast,
communications such as company documents, emails and optimized, present and predict the
chats and flag inappropriate content to the employers. future.
Quick Revise Time…. Can AI help bridge the traditional gap
between the genders?
Draw the icons of following SDGs: -  Identifying existing pay discrepancies based on
i. Good Health and Well-Being gender, ethnicity, disability or any other factor.
ii. Affordable and Clean Energy  Providing insights into cause behind these gaps
based on data and academic expertise from the
backend.
 Opportunities to take data driven decision to
narrow these gaps.
 AI programs can be designed to monitor internal
communications such as company documents,
emails and chats and flag inappropriate content
to the employers.
  AI can reach the gap between the  Tailored Technology products and
desired and the delivered skills services to serve the needs of the low
through tailored learning. income and vulnerable groups can be
 It can help reach the gap between a significant move to address
inequalities.
labor demand and supply mismatch.
 By providing navigational assistance via smartphone object
 Autonomous vehicles and equipment recognition and reading text in any language, converting
handwritten or printed text into digital text so that it can be
can use CV to identify objects in
spoken aloud using text, which is speech converters, AI can
front of them and take appropriate
make like easier for the visually impaired.
action depending on the object type.
 AI can help refugees prepare before departing by providing
information about national borders and transportation and
advice on security.
 AI can also be used for the waste
management. Intelligent trash can,
equipped with AI programs, which is
a revolutionary concept in the waste  Smart and innovative technologies,
management sector. including AI, are revolutionizing the
way cities can address the challenges
associated with Smart Hyper Growth.
  Goal: The main aim of SDG 11 is to  Actions: Achieving SDG 11 requires actions from
improve the quality of life for people governments, city planners, businesses, and communities.
living in cities and towns around the These actions can include investing in public transport,
world. This includes making cities more creating green spaces, adopting renewable energy sources,
inclusive, safe, resilient, and promoting recycling, and ensuring access to education and
sustainable. healthcare for all residents.
 Role of Youth: Youth play a crucial role in achieving SDG
 Challenges: Many cities face challenges such as overcrowding,
11. They can advocate for sustainable practices, participate
pollution, lack of affordable housing, inadequate
in community projects, and raise awareness about the
infrastructure, and unequal access to basic services like clean
importance of creating livable cities for everyone.
water and sanitation.
 Importance: Sustainable cities are important because more and
more people are moving to urban areas. By making cities
sustainable, we can reduce poverty, improve health, protect the
environment, and promote economic growth.
 Targets: SDG 11 has specific targets that countries are working
towards. These include ensuring access to safe and affordable
housing, improving urban transport systems, protecting
cultural and natural heritage, and reducing the environmental
impact of cities.
  Energy Efficiency: AI algorithms can optimize energy use in
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can play a buildings by adjusting heating, cooling, and lighting based
significant role in helping to achieve the on occupancy and weather conditions. This reduces energy
goals of SDG 11, which focuses on waste and lowers carbon emissions, contributing to a more
sustainable cities and communities. sustainable urban environment.
 Disaster Response and Resilience: AI can analyze historical
data and real-time information to predict natural disasters
 Smart Urban Planning: AI can analyze data such as population like floods or earthquakes. This enables cities to plan better
density, traffic patterns, and energy consumption to help urban evacuation routes, strengthen infrastructure against risks, and
planners design more efficient cities. It can suggest optimal improve emergency response strategies.
locations for new infrastructure like parks, schools, and public  Public Services: AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants
transport systems to make cities more livable and sustainable. can improve access to public services by providing
 Traffic Management: AI-powered systems can monitor traffic information and support to residents on issues like
in real-time and adjust traffic signals to reduce congestion and healthcare, education, and transportation. This enhances
pollution. This not only improves transportation efficiency but inclusivity and ensures that everyone can benefit from city
also enhances air quality and reduces greenhouse gas services.
emissions.  Cultural Preservation: AI can assist in preserving cultural
 Environmental Monitoring: AI can analyze data from sensors heritage by digitizing and cataloging historical artifacts,
and satellites to monitor air and water quality, detect pollution monuments, and documents. This helps to safeguard cultural
sources, and predict environmental risks. This information identity and promote tourism sustainably.
helps cities take timely actions to protect the environment and  Accessibility: AI technologies can make cities more
public health. inclusive by providing real-time translation services,
improving accessibility for people with disabilities, and
offering personalized navigation guidance in public spaces.
  By studying consumer behavior  Preventing wildfires.
through AI business models can  Checking deforestation.
be designed to optimize  Spotting and stopping poachers.
consumption and reduce wastage.

 AI has made significant progress in  AI deployment in processes such as

using machine learning algorithms to tax collection, welfare distribution
assess the duration and severity of and designation of land rights, etc.
Catastrophic events. where information is reported
electronically on a distributed
ledger technology with access
 Monitoring and regulation of illegal controls in place so that it can be
fishing. accessed only by those who need it,
 Traceability and identification of will lower the risk of corruption.
species.
 Smart Aquaculture.  AI can enable partnership to plan,
 Satellite imaging can be used to detect
implement, manage and improve
polluted patches, sensors can be used initiatives to meet individual
to identify the type of pollution. Oil needs of partners around the
spills, plastics, etc. Using a smart globe.
system, this which can be suitably
treated or recycled.
  Capacity Building: AI can support capacity building efforts by providing
AI can enable partnership to plan, educational resources and training programs online. This enables people
implement, manage and improve in different parts of the world to acquire skills in areas such as
initiatives to meet individual needs of technology, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development,
empowering them to contribute to SDG implementation.
partners around the globe.  Monitoring and Evaluation: AI-powered systems can track progress on
SDG indicators in real-time. By analyzing data from different countries
 Global Collaboration: AI can facilitate global collaboration by and regions, AI can provide insights into which strategies are effective
enabling real-time communication and data sharing among and where adjustments are needed to achieve SDG targets.
 Resource Allocation: AI algorithms can optimize resource allocation by
countries, organizations, and individuals. AI-powered
identifying areas with the greatest needs and potential impact. This helps
translation tools can break language barriers, allowing people donor organizations and governments to prioritize funding and
from different countries to work together more effectively on assistance to ensure that resources are used efficiently and effectively.
common goals.  Disaster Response and Humanitarian Aid: AI technologies can improve
 Data Analysis: AI can analyze vast amounts of data collected response times during disasters by analyzing data to predict risks,
coordinate relief efforts, and deliver aid more efficiently. This helps to
from various sources around the world. This helps
mitigate the impact of disasters and support affected communities in a
policymakers and organizations to identify global trends, timely manner.
monitor progress towards SDGs, and make informed decisions  Ethical Considerations: It's important to consider ethical aspects of AI,
about resource allocation and interventions. such as privacy, bias, and transparency. By addressing these concerns
 Innovation and Technology Transfer: AI fosters innovation by and ensuring AI technologies are used responsibly, countries can build
trust and foster collaboration towards achieving SDG 17 and other
supporting research and development in areas critical to
goals.
achieving SDGs, such as renewable energy, healthcare, and
agriculture. It also facilitates technology transfer between
countries, enabling the adoption of sustainable practices and
solutions worldwide.
 Quick Revise Time…. Which of the following is an understandable ground
of wage disparity among employees in an
AI can be used in ocean cleaning. Satellite Imaging
organization?
can be used to detect polluted patches; sensors can be
used to identify the type of pollution – oil spills,
a) Gender b) Ethnicity
plastic, etc. Using smart systems, this waste can be
c) Physical disability d) Academic merit
suitably treated or recycled.
Which SDG is being talked about?
State True or False.
AI can enable satellite based monitoring system to
a) SDG 1 b) SDG 14 c) SDG 15 d) SDG 16
track all fishing vessels in real time, which can
protect fisheries around the world.
Blood diamond, forced labour, ivory poaching and
tracing origin products. Which of the following
technologies is best suited to solve this issue?

a) Satellite Imaging b) Robotics

c) Blockchain d) Deep Learning