AICLIMATE
for climate resilience in cities of the Global South
a decision-making tool
A program of the Institute for International Urban Development
Photo Credit Late Dr. Mona Serageldin - I2UD Photo Archives - Digital Library
WB Tech Part FINAL
AI tool
detects, monitors, predicts
AI Climate uses machine learning on geospatial data to map socially vulnerable communities (including informal settlements), flooding, landslides, and land value—so data-scarce Global South cities can plan for climate resilience amid rapid urbanization.
People
vulnerable communities
in the Global South
AI Climate uses advanced mapping to assess climate risks in rapidly urbanizing cities, with a focus on socially vulnerable communities. Through community and expert data validation, it enables socially vulnerable groups and city officials to plan together for sustainable, equitable responses. The platform provides user-friendly, cost-effective updates that improve resource allocation for resilience.
Credit I2UD Dr. Mona Serageldin Arusha - Ward Meetings 2016
HURACANE IOTA - Honduras, Airport in San Pedro Sula,.
Photo Credit Orlando Sierra AFP
data
machine learning
AI
An interactive visor (see below) displays up-to-date flood-risk maps, landslide overlays, and a land-value grid, focused on the footprints of socially vulnerable communities in two regions of Honduras.
AI Climate enables:
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Rapid disaster assessment for prevention, planning, and cost estimation.
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Identification of safe land and land-based financing opportunities.
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Planning and monitoring adaptation and growth strategies.
Designed to pair with community co-creation and scenario planning, AI Climate supports inclusive, equitable resilience.
AI visor
strategic planning
The visor will be up soon
For more information contact: Alejandra Mortarini or Carlos Rufin
at innovations4change@gmail.com
2024 -2025
Replication
Mexico & El Salvador
TEC de Monterrey (Mexico)
Fusai-Fundasal-UCA-Habitat for Humanity (El Salvador)
We are happy to announce the successful replication of our initiative for Socially Vulnerable Communities with partners in Mexico and El Salvador. This marks a significant step in our commitment to supporting those in need. Thank you for your support!
2022-2023
advancing
developing
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation Accelerator Program
We are honored to be chosen by the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation for the 2022 Accelerator Grant Program. This opportunity will enhance our climate action efforts in Honduras!
2021-22
advancing
AI for Earth
We are thrilled to receive a grant from the AI Earth initiative, a partnership between Microsoft and National Geographic. This will help us tackle environmental challenges using AI. We are grateful for this opportunity.
2020-21
testing
Institute for International Urban Development
Our investment enabled a proof of concept on flooding in two Honduran cities completed in 2021. It showed that machine learning identifies flooding risks and socially vulnerable communities.
2019-20
idea
2020 World Bank Conference
Paper on Land and Poverty
We are pleased to present our AI Climate paper accepted at 2020 World Bank Conference, outlining our vision for using AI to address climate challenges.
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