Abstract & Overview
Sustainability involves meeting our present needs without jeopardizing the ability of future generations to fulfil their own requirements. It encompasses more than just environmental considerations, extending to social equity and economic development. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), universally adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, serve as a collective call to action to eradicate poverty, safeguard the planet, and ensure universal peace and prosperity by 2030. Achieving these ambitious targets necessitates collaborative efforts, drawing on the creativity, technology, and financial resources of society as a whole. Artificial Intelligence (AI) should be geared towards benefiting society, the economy, and the environment, emphasizing a commitment to social good. Aligning with the UN-defined Sustainable Development Goals is considered the optimal metric for measuring the societal impact of AI, emphasizing its responsibility to support all 17 SDGs to truly contribute to social good.