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In another aspect, the current state of the environment is facing serious challenges
on a global scale. Climate change, with the increase in average global temperatures, is

causing extreme weather events such as storms, floods, droughts, and wildfires.
Greenhouse gas emissions, primarily from the use of fossil fuels, continue to rise,
accelerating the global warming process. Air, soil, and water pollution are at alarming
levels in many parts of the world, severely affecting human health and biodiversity.
Pollutants from industrial, agricultural, and domestic activities have degraded clean
water sources and soil, while also contributing to the imbalance of ecosystems. Although
there have been significant efforts from countries and international organizations to
protect the environment, as well as global green movements, the transition to a

sustainable lifestyle and economy still faces many challenges. The current
environmental situation demands urgent and stronger actions from governments,
businesses, and communities to safeguard the planet for future generations. Therefore,
the green economy is becoming a global trend as countries and businesses strive to
minimize negative environmental impacts and promote sustainable development.
According to UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme), the green

economy is defined as "an economy that not only brings human well-being and social
equity but also significantly reduces environmental risks and ecological degradation. A
green economy can be seen as one that is low in carbon emissions, efficiently uses
resources, and is socially inclusive." This is considered the most complete and accurate
definition of the green economy, widely used by international organizations with the
core meaning of ensuring economic growth while also achieving the goal of protecting
a clean and sustainable living environment. The green economy was first mentioned by

British environmental economists in 1989, and it was officially adopted at the United
Nations Sustainable Development Summit in June 2012 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The green economy focuses on the efficient use of natural resources, reducing
carbon emissions, and developing industries that are less harmful to the environment,
such as renewable energy, organic agriculture, and clean technology. Green economy
policies and strategies include encouraging the use of solar, wind, and hydropower,

improving production processes to reduce waste and increase recycling, and promoting
sustainable consumption. In the context of climate change and resource depletion, the
green economy is not only a solution to environmental problems but also opens up new
economic opportunities, creating jobs in areas such as renewable energy, green
technology, and environmental management. These efforts are gradually transforming
the global economic structure, bringing long-term benefits to both the environment and
society.
By leveraging AI, the green economy can move humankind closer to the long

sought balance between economic prosperity and ecological resilience. AI enabled
solutions can address the environmental effects of the green economy by monitoring
ecosystems, promoting efficient logistics operations, and mitigating water pollution.

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