Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment and Chair of the UAE’s International Affairs Office, announced the launch of the world's first ChatGPT tool dedicated to the agricultural community during the COP29 conference.
"CHAG": A Revolutionary AI Tool for Agriculture
The tool, named "CHAG" (a blend of "Chat" and "Ag"), leverages over 50 years of research data. This innovation underscores the UAE's leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) advancements and aims to transform the lives of farmers worldwide, particularly those operating in challenging climatic conditions.
UAE Pavilion at COP29: Driving Sustainability
Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and CEO of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators, inaugurated the UAE Pavilion at COP29. The event focused on expanding carbon footprint reduction initiatives and advancing carbon markets to align with sustainable international financing.
Key Highlights from COP29
Agricultural Innovation and Farmer Support
During the "Agricultural Innovation for Climate" session, co-hosted by the UAE and the Gates Foundation, Her Excellency Mariam Almheiri discussed equipping farmers with tools and data to make informed decisions about harvesting, seed planting, and adapting to changing weather patterns.
Celeste Saulo, Secretary-General of the World Meteorological Organization, emphasized:
"We transform climate data into actionable steps for farmers, powered by AI, to boost agricultural productivity."
Decarbonization: The Role of Technology and Collaboration
Another session highlighted the role of technology, data, and collaboration in accelerating carbon reduction. Nadia Rasheed, Head of Climate at Emirates Nature–WWF, stressed the importance of accurate data for achieving climate goals and praised the UAE's innovative use of AI in reducing emissions and improving supplier cooperation.
AI and Food Systems Innovation
The session "The Power of AI in Food Systems Innovation" explored how advanced technologies can enhance agricultural resilience, boost food production, and strengthen global food security, showcasing the transformative potential of technology in agriculture.
Achieving Net Zero by 2050
A session titled "Advancing Energy Networks Through Innovation" discussed collaborations between "TAQA" and the Utilities Alliance to develop global electrical grids, aligning with the UAE’s net-zero ambitions for 2050.
Closing Day One with AI-Powered Energy Transition
The day concluded with a session hosted by "Masdar" and the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, highlighting the revolutionary role of AI in accelerating the global energy transition and achieving sustainable development goals.
UAE: A Global Leader in Climate and Agricultural Innovation
These groundbreaking initiatives reaffirm the UAE's global leadership in delivering advanced technological solutions for the agricultural community. The country continues to set a benchmark for sustainability and climate action through innovative use of artificial intelligence and cutting-edge technologies.
Source: Wam
