The Role of Technology in Combating Climate Change

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The Role of Technology in Combating Climate Change

Yuluo Cai 1*
  • 1 London School of Economics and Political Science    
  • *corresponding author emilycccyl@163.com
AEMPS Vol.193
ISSN (Print): 2754-1177
ISSN (Online): 2754-1169
ISBN (Print): 978-1-80590-201-0
ISBN (Online): 978-1-80590-202-7

Abstract

Climate change has been one of the most pressing issues of this century, and it requires urgent and concerted global action. In the meantime, technology has become a critical tool in mitigating and adapting to its impacts. This essay, through a method of literature review, explores how various technological innovations, such as renewable energy, carbon capture, artificial intelligence, and smart infrastructure, play a role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, fostering climate resilience, and promoting energy transitions. Through case studies and secondary research, this paper demonstrates how a wide range of technological innovations help reduce carbon emissions and strengthen climate resilience. The findings underlined the importance of technological innovations in transitioning to a low-carbon economy while also revealing some existing barriers such as high cost, policy gaps, and social resistance. Finally, the essay argues that global cooperation, a strong policy framework, and equitable use of technological solutions are essential for further success.

Keywords:

climate change, climate mitigation and adaptation, technology, energy transition, artificial intelligence

Cai,Y. (2025). The Role of Technology in Combating Climate Change. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,193,24-29.
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Cai,Y. (2025). The Role of Technology in Combating Climate Change. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,193,24-29.

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References

[1]. Bessemer Venture Partners. “Eight Lessons from the First Climate Tech Boom and Bust.” BVP Atlas, 2022, www.bvp.com/atlas/eight-lessons-from-the-first-climate-tech-boom-and-bust.

[2]. Denmark.dk (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark). “Pioneers in Clean Energy.” Denmark – The Official Website of Denmark, 2022, denmark.dk/innovation-and-design/clean-energy.

[3]. Matias, Yossi, and Grey Nearing. “Using AI to Expand Global Access to Reliable Flood Forecasts.” Google AI Blog, 20 Mar. 2024, research.google/blog/using-ai-to-expand-global-access-to-reliable-flood-forecasts.

[4]. Equinor. “The Northern Lights Project.” Equinor Energy Perspectives, 2022, www.equinor.com/energy/northern-lights.

[5]. World Economic Forum. “Renewables Were the World’s Cheapest Energy Source in 2020.” World Economic Forum, 15 July 2021, www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/07/renewables-cheapest-energy-source.

[6]. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Global Warming of 1.5°C. An IPCC Special Report on the Impacts of Global Warming of 1.5°C above Pre-Industrial Levels… Edited by Valérie Masson-Delmotte et al., 2018. Cambridge UP.

[7]. Climate Change 2022: Mitigation of Climate Change. Contribution of Working Group III to the Sixth Assessment Report of the IPCC. Edited by P.R. Shukla et al., Cambridge UP, 2022.

[8]. Climate Change 2021: The Physical Science Basis. Contribution of Working Group I to the Sixth Assessment Report of the IPCC. Edited by V. Masson-Delmotte et al., Cambridge UP, 2021.

[9]. International Energy Agency (IEA). Net Zero by 2050: A Roadmap for the Global Energy Sector. IEA, 2021.

[10]. International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). World Energy Transitions Outlook. IRENA, 2022.

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