Green AI in Education: Can Artificial Intelligence Promote Sustainable Learning?

Abstract

As the global community grapples with escalating environmental challenges, the 
imperative to integrate sustainability into every facet of society has never been more 
urgent. Education is integral to this transformation, and recent advancements in 
artificial intelligence (AI) offer promising avenues for promoting sustainable 
learning. This review paper investigates the emerging field of “Green AI in 
Education,” focusing on how AI-driven technologies can foster climate literacy, 
support green behaviour modelling, and provide robust environmental decision
making tools. By synthesising interdisciplinary research across computer science, 
environmental studies, and pedagogy, this paper identifies the potential benefits and 
pitfalls of implementing AI solutions in education. Key discussions include the 
design of energy-efficient algorithms (Green AI), strategies for embedding 
sustainability within educational content, and the ethical and practical challenges 
associated with deploying AI in learning environments. The review concludes with 
recommendations for future research and policy initiatives aimed at harnessing AI’s 
power to promote sustainability while ensuring that technological innovation 
remains aligned with environmental goals.