G42 & NVIDIA establish Earth-2 Climate Tech Lab in Abu Dhabi
New Climate Tech Lab to create new standard in weather forecasting
#UAE #ClimateTech - Abu Dhabi-based AI powerhouse G42, has partnered with NVIDIA to establish an Earth-2 Climate Tech Lab in Abu Dhabi, leveraging over 100 petabytes of geophysical data to enhance meteorological predictions with hyper-local accuracy. First announced in September 2024, the collaboration aims to improve forecasting precision, support sustainability goals, and provide actionable insights for sectors such as transportation, energy, and disaster management. With an initial focus on a square-kilometre resolution weather model, the project represents a significant leap in AI-powered climate technology.
SO WHAT? - As extreme weather events intensify, governments and industries are seeking AI-driven solutions for more accurate forecasting. G42’s partnership with NVIDIA could position the UAE as a leader in climate technology, demonstrating how AI can enhance resilience and sustainability. The initiative’s future applications—from disaster preparedness to energy grid optimisation—highlight its potential global impact far beyond the Middle East.
Key points about this announcement:
G42 and NVIDIA have established an Earth-2 Climate Tech Lab in Abu Dhabi to drive climate innovation. The two companies are collaborating on AI-powered weather forecasting using NVIDIA’s Earth-2 platform. The project was first announced in September 2024.
Drawing on over 100 petabytes of geophysical data for high-resolution climate modeling, the initial goal is to develop a square-kilometre resolution forecasting model for improved accuracy.
AI-driven simulations will support industries such as aviation, transportation, energy, and urban planning.
G42 is exploring the expansion of this technology to climate-vulnerable regions in Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.
G42’s development of a successful simulation of fog cover over the UAE demonstrated the model’s impact on safety and efficiency (see below).
EXAMPLE - G42 has successfully conducted an end-to-end fog simulation over the UAE. This breakthrough enables enhanced fog forecasts, impacting the productivity and safety of people across sectors like transportation, logistics, public safety, insurance, renewable energy, and utilities. By improving safety, efficiency, and risk management capabilities, G42 says it has achieved dramatic enhancements in speed and cost-effectiveness compared to traditional forecasting systems.
ZOOM OUT - AI-driven weather prediction is emerging as a critical tool in global climate resilience efforts. Countries worldwide are investing in AI climate models to better prepare for extreme weather events, safeguard infrastructure, and enhance economic stability. The UAE’s commitment to AI-powered climate solutions places it at the forefront of ClimateTech innovation, with the G42-NVIDIA partnership promising to serve as a model for how technology can drive meaningful environmental change on a global scale.
[Written and edited with the assistance of AI]
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