With AI and climate, we are dealing with a problem space that is very broad and a piece of technology that can mean many things.
Expert interviewee, consulted in developing this Roadmap
Following the AI for Climate Symposium held on 16–17 October 2024, CSIRO has released the AI for Climate R&D Roadmap: Consultation Paper. It’s a conversation starter on where and how Australia can strategically leverage AI to accelerate climate action.
We want to hear your views on how the Australian R&D ecosystem, including CSIRO, can work together to use AI in adapting to a changing climate and support mitigation efforts.
AI is already being used in a range of climate adaptation and mitigation applications. This report draws on insights from experts across government, industry, academia and the not-for-profit sector to outline a market-driven vision for future AI R&D in climate mitigation and adaptation.
It highlights current and emerging opportunities, showcasing real-world and cross-sector applications of AI. These range from improving climate and weather forecasting, to decarbonising heavy-emitting industries and responding to natural disaster emergencies. It also identifies untapped areas where AI could deliver even greater impact and support responses to common climate challenges impacting multiple sectors.
Importantly, the report also considers the risks and ethical considerations of using AI in climate applications, and the steps needed to ensure AI is deployed safely, responsibly, and effectively.
Read the consultation paper
- AI for Climate R&D Roadmap: Consultation Paper
- AI for Climate R&D Roadmap: Consultation Paper (accessible text version)
Share your feedback
We welcome your feedback and contributions as the CSIRO explores future opportunities to partner with government, industry, universities and not-for-profit organisations in accelerating the role of AI in responding to the climate imperative.
A set of consultation questions is contained in the report to guide this feedback process (see page 25).
All responses should be submitted via this online survey. The consultation period is open from 9 July 2025 and closes on 20 August 2025.
Alternatively, if you wish to participate in an upcoming virtual roundtable discussion on this report, contact us at AIforClimate@csiro.au.
With AI and climate, we are dealing with a problem space that is very broad and a piece of technology that can mean many things.
Expert interviewee, consulted in developing this Roadmap
Following the AI for Climate Symposium held on 16–17 October 2024, CSIRO has released the AI for Climate R&D Roadmap: Consultation Paper. It’s a conversation starter on where and how Australia can strategically leverage AI to accelerate climate action.
We want to hear your views on how the Australian R&D ecosystem, including CSIRO, can work together to use AI in adapting to a changing climate and support mitigation efforts.
AI is already being used in a range of climate adaptation and mitigation applications. This report draws on insights from experts across government, industry, academia and the not-for-profit sector to outline a market-driven vision for future AI R&D in climate mitigation and adaptation.
It highlights current and emerging opportunities, showcasing real-world and cross-sector applications of AI. These range from improving climate and weather forecasting, to decarbonising heavy-emitting industries and responding to natural disaster emergencies. It also identifies untapped areas where AI could deliver even greater impact and support responses to common climate challenges impacting multiple sectors.
Importantly, the report also considers the risks and ethical considerations of using AI in climate applications, and the steps needed to ensure AI is deployed safely, responsibly, and effectively.
Read the consultation paper
- AI for Climate R&D Roadmap: Consultation Paper PDF (3 MB)
- AI for Climate R&D Roadmap: Consultation Paper (accessible text version) TXT (112 KB)
Share your feedback
We welcome your feedback and contributions as the CSIRO explores future opportunities to partner with government, industry, universities and not-for-profit organisations in accelerating the role of AI in responding to the climate imperative.
A set of consultation questions is contained in the report to guide this feedback process (see page 25).
All responses should be submitted via this online survey. The consultation period is open from 9 July 2025 and closes on 20 August 2025.
Alternatively, if you wish to participate in an upcoming virtual roundtable discussion on this report, contact us at AIforClimate@csiro.au.