Water-AI Nexus for Sustainable Futures

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how societies manage water, agriculture, and energy in the face of climate change. The Water-AI nexus highlights both the growing water footprint of digital infrastructure and the opportunities to use AI to strengthen water security, food systems, and the circular economy. This book explains the connections clearly and provides professionals with the insights needed to align technological growth with sustainable futures.Understand how artificial intelligence affects water management and why data centers are increasing global water demandExplore how AI supports climate change adaptation by predicting droughts, floods, and extreme weather impacts on water systemsLearn how AI advances food security through precision irrigation, crop monitoring, and improved agricultural water useGain insight into the role of renewable energy and water interdependencies in sustaining AI infrastructureSee how AI enables circular economy strategies by improving wastewater treatment, water reuse, and resource recoveryFamiliarize yourself with governance frameworks that balance water security, climate resilience, and technological developmentUnderstand equity and ethical considerations in AI-driven water allocation and the importance of inclusive accessExplore financing and international cooperation that make large-scale AI solutions for water security feasible

This book is an essential resource for professionals seeking to navigate the intersection of water security, climate change adaptation, and the circular economy. By clarifying the Water-AI nexus, it supports readers in understanding how artificial intelligence can advance sustainable futures while addressing the urgent challenges of renewable energy, food security, and urban resilience.