Google has announced a climate technology collaboration in India with the Office of the Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India during the India AI Summit.
As part of the initiative, Google launched the Google Center for Climate Technology on Manthan, the PSA’s research and development platform. The Center aims to support decarbonization efforts and climate focused deep tech research by providing access to sustainability focused AI models and APIs, along with support for talent development.
The program is inviting research and innovation proposals in three areas: building a green workforce, advancing sustainable aviation fuel and promoting low carbon construction materials. Selected applicants will receive support to develop AI powered and data driven solutions for environmental challenges in India and globally.
Google also highlighted its broader sustainability efforts in India, including clean energy partnerships adding 336 MW to the grid and agricultural AI models designed to strengthen climate resilience.
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