Switching to healthier diets and reducing food waste could significantly reshape the structure of agriculture and lower CO2 emissions by 2050. A decline in livestock farming and an increase in plant-based food production are expected; however, the economic impacts will vary by region and will require thoughtful support for vulnerable sectors.
Scientists at PSI have developed an artificial intelligence system that accelerates the search for new low-carbon cement formulations while maintaining their strength. This approach could significantly reduce CO2 emissions in the industry.
A study has shown that advanced AI language models can produce up to 50 times more CO₂ emissions compared to simpler alternatives, especially when generating lengthy responses. The energy efficiency and accuracy of these models vary significantly depending on their architecture and the type of tasks they are designed to perform.