London to use technology to tackle threat of climate change

The mayor of London has launched a new review to harness technology to help the city tackle the threat of climate change.

A new independent review will explore how London can better utilise technology to adapt to climate change.

The London Climate Resilience Review will explore how London can harness technology, including AI, to better adapt to, and prepare for, the impacts of a changing climate and future-proof the capital against this threat. The review will then recommend what more can be done to protect residents, the environment and the economy from major climate risks including wildfires, flooding and extreme heat.  

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “‘I am committed to ensuring that London adapts effectively to the climate risks it faces using every mechanism at our disposal including the power of technology.  

“The climate emergency is an issue of social justice as the impacts of climate change are not evenly felt. Londoners on lower incomes, those living in areas of high deprivation, people with disabilities and those from ethnically diverse backgrounds are disproportionately likely to be affected by the climate crisis and I am eager to explore how technology can be embraced to help reduce that risk.

“London is at the forefront of cities globally in using data and technology to reduce congestion, improve air quality and public transport. This important review will gain independent insight into what more needs to be done to make London a climate resilient city as we harness the power of our thriving tech industry to make London a better, greener and safer city for all.”