G42 partners with NVIDIA on next-gen climate solutions

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UAE artificial intelligence (AI) firm G42 has joined forces with NVIDIA to advance climate technology, with a focus on developing AI solutions that seek to enhance the accuracy of weather forecasting globally.

G42 and NVIDIA will initially focus on a square-kilometre resolution weather forecasting model that improves the accuracy of meteorological predictions.

The initiative seeks to establish a new operational base and Climate Tech Lab in Abu Dhabi that will serve as a hub for research and development. The facility will also mobilise the creation of tailored climate and weather solutions that leverage over 100 petabytes of geophysical data assets.

Furthermore, G42 and NVIDIA will build a robust framework for integrating enhanced weather prediction capabilities with comprehensive data metrics and visualisation. The initiative is expected to assist organisations worldwide in achieving their sustainability goals through well-informed, data-driven environmental strategies.

“This initiative with NVIDIA is a testament to our commitment to applying AI in ways that not only innovate but also solve critical global challenges. Establishing the Earth-2 Climate Tech Lab in Abu Dhabi allows us to leverage our unique capabilities and insights to foster a sustainable future for the world,” said Peng Xiao, group CEO of G42.

G42 is spearheading the UAE government’s heavy investments in AI to help diversify its economy away from oil, and Emirati companies have forged several deals with US firms.

Earlier this week, G42 and Microsoft said they would build two AI centres in Abu Dhabi, further deepening their ties months after they inked a $1.5bn deal.

The first centre would identify, develop and advance best practices and industry standards for the responsible use of AI in the Middle East and the Global South. Microsoft will also open its ‘AI for Good Research Lab’ in Abu Dhabi, the US tech’s first in the region, to support social goals, including advancing food security and strengthening climate resilience.

Similarly, Abu Dhabi tech investment firm MGX teamed up with BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners, and Microsoft to launch a $30bn fund that will invest in artificial intelligence to build data centres and energy projects.

The companies said in a statement that the investment vehicle, known as the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership, aims to enhance AI supply chains and energy sourcing. The partnership will mobilise up to $100bn in total investment potential, including debt financing.

Read: UAE’s G42, Microsoft to build two AI centres in Abu Dhabi