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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, October 7, 2025 – The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, a global nonprofit foundation with an investment arm, is announcing a strategic partnership with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group, one of the world’s leading financial institutions. The partnership comes ahead of two significant conferences: the 9th edition of the Future Investment Initiative flagship conference (FII9) in Riyadh from October 27–30, 2025, where global leaders from government, business, and academia will gather under the theme “The Key to Prosperity: Unlocking New Frontiers of Growth”; and the FII PRIORITY Asia Summit in Tokyo on November 30 and December 1, where SMBC Group has joined as a Presenting Partner.

Commenting on the announcement, Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of FII Institute, said: “We are thrilled to welcome SMBC Group as a strategic partner for the FII Institute. Their leadership in sustainable finance and dedication to addressing social challenges align perfectly with our mission. Together, we will drive investments that promote economic growth, restore ecosystems, reduce inequality, and empower future generations. This partnership highlights the crucial role of finance in creating inclusive prosperity.”

From his side, Makoto Takashima, Chairman of the Board SMFG, said: “We are proud to partner with the FII Institute, as our missions are deeply aligned. At SMBC Group, we believe economic growth must serve a greater purpose – helping to solve social challenges while creating opportunities for people and communities to thrive. By working with FII Institute, we can further expand this vision onto the global stage, connecting Asia, the Middle East, and the world through finance and innovation.”

Both organisations share a common mission of addressing the world’s most pressing challenges by mobilizing capital, innovation, and knowledge for social good. SMBC Group’s long-standing commitment to “Fulfilled Growth”, a vision where economic progress is inseparable from solving societal issues. This commitment aligns closely with the FII Institute’s agenda of delivering Impact on Humanity through practical, scalable solutions.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 5, 2025 – The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute today announced that the 9th edition of its flagship conference, FII9, will welcome an unprecedented lineup of more than 600 distinguished speakers and 20 confirmed Heads of State. This marks the largest and most influential gathering since the Institute’s inception, underscoring FII9’s position as the world’s leading platform for dialogue and action at the intersection of investment, innovation, and global progress.

Taking place from October 27–30, 2025, in Riyadh, under the timely theme “The Key to Prosperity,” FII9 will convene world leaders, investors, policymakers, CEOs, innovators, and changemakers to unlock solutions for shared global prosperity.

“Prosperity is the common aspiration of nations, economies, and individuals alike,” said Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of the FII Institute. “The presence of over 600 speakers and 20 Heads of State reflects the urgency and commitment to shaping actionable strategies that will define the next era of sustainable growth, technological innovation, and human development.”

This historic edition of FII will feature high-level plenaries, interactive forums, and collaborative working groups tackling urgent issues such as:

By convening an extraordinary coalition of leaders, FII9 aims to unlock the keys to prosperity for citizens around the world, driving forward practical solutions, global partnerships, and transformative investments that serve humanity.

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About the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute

The FII Institute is a global nonprofit foundation with an investment arm and one agenda: Impact on Humanity. Through its THINK, XCHANGE, and ACT pillars, the Institute fosters great ideas, empowers innovators, and invests in scalable solutions across critical sectors including AI and robotics, sustainability, healthcare, and education. For more information, please visit: https://fii-institute.org. For media inquiries, registration, and further details, please contact media@fii-institute.org.

Riyadh, September 25, 2025 — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, through its THINK Pillar, has published a groundbreaking whitepaper in collaboration with the Hevolution Foundation: “Ensuring Global Access to Healthy Aging Solutions: A Strategic Approach.” The report underscores the urgent need to extend not just lifespan but healthspan—the years lived in good health—through public-private partnerships, preventative healthcare, and equitable access to longevity innovations. 

With the global population over 60 expected to surpass 2 billion by 2050, the study reveals that adding just one year of healthspan could save trillions annually in healthcare costs and productivity losses. Despite this potential, global investment in longevity research remains far below required levels, highlighting the need for urgent cooperation between governments, investors, and innovators to scale impactful solutions. The paper emphasizes the economic and social benefits of preventative healthcare and calls for action to ensure underserved populations also benefit from these advances. 

“Through our THINK Pillar, we transform bold ideas into actionable insights that serve humanity,” said Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of the FII Institute. “This collaboration with Hevolution addresses one of the defining challenges of our era: ensuring that longer lives come with healthier years. We urge investors, policymakers, and innovators to work with us to shape a future where all people—regardless of background—can age in good health.” 

Dr. Mehmood Khan, Chief Executive Officer of the Hevolution Foundation, added: “This whitepaper calls for a global shift in focus—from lifespan to healthspan. At Hevolution, we accelerate this transition by funding cutting-edge research, supporting biotech startups, and convening global expertise. Collaborations like this with FII Institute amplify the momentum, ensuring equitable and scalable approaches to healthier, longer lives for all.” 

The release of this whitepaper comes ahead of FII9, the Institute’s flagship conference, taking place October 27–30, 2025, in Riyadh. Under the theme “The Key to Prosperity: Unlocking New Frontiers of Growth”, the event will gather world leaders, investors, and visionaries to identify actionable strategies for advancing sustainable and inclusive prosperity. 

Read the full whitepaper: https://fii-institute.org/publication/ensuring-global-access-to-healthy-aging-solutions-a-strategic-approach

About FII Institute 

FII Institute is a global nonprofit with a single pressing agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive and driven by data, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions and actions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability. https://fii-institute.org/  

For media inquiries, registration, and further details, please contact media@fii-institute.org. 

About Hevolution 

Established by Royal Order in 2018 and launched in 2021, Hevolution Foundation is a first-of-its kind global non-profit organization that incentives grants and early-stage investments to accelerate independent research and entrepreneurship in the emerging field of healthspan science. With a focus on aging as a treatable process, Hevolution aims to propel aging and geroscience research forward and support a cutting-edge global ecosystem of talent.  Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a North American hub in Boston and plans for further international expansion, the Foundation has set key goals and targets to advance its Vision & Mission. Over the last three years, Hevolution has allocated over $400M in funding. 

Global Leaders Unite to Tackle Humanity’s Defining Challenges

Riyadh, September 24, 2025 — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute today announced the speaker lineup and program for its flagship FII9 Conference, taking place October 27–30, 2025, at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center (KAICC) in Riyadh. Under the theme “The Key to Prosperity: Unlocking New Frontiers of Growth,” FII9 will bring together more than 15 heads of state, alongside world leaders, global change makers, and visionary investors to confront the paradoxes shaping our future—balancing progress with consequences, innovation with constraints, and fragmentation with connectivity.

With 600+ speakers across 250 sessions, FII9 will reaffirm its role as a global engine for investment, ideas, and impact. The conference opens with H.E. Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Governor of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of FII Institute, presenting the 4th FII PRIORITY Compass. This landmark survey gathers insights from tens of thousands of people across 32 countries—covering 66% of the world’s population— to guide leaders toward concrete, citizen-driven solutions.

Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of FII Institute, emphasized: “FII9 is where global leaders align capital with purpose. The FII PRIORITY Compass ensures our discussions are not abstract, but rooted in the real concerns of people across the world.”

Two plenary halls will stage high-level debates, fireside chats, and Board of Changemakers sessions on humanity’s most urgent questions:

Confirmed speakers include:

Through Interactive Labs and exclusive Conclaves, leaders and executives will shape strategies that influence investment flows, global policies, and societal outcomes.

FII9, a members-only conference, will convene thousands of delegates and international media for four days of decision-shaping dialogue and opportunities, reinforcing Riyadh’s role as a hub for global collaboration.

For the full program, visit: https://fii-institute.org/conference/fii9-edition

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About FII Institute

FII Institute is a global nonprofit with a single pressing agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive and driven by data, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions and actions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability.

For more information, please visit: https://fii-institute.org/ 

For media inquiries, registration, and further details, please contact media@fii-institute.org.

Riyadh, September 21, 2025 — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute and the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate the inclusive adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across emerging markets. The partnership will drive collaboration on FII Institute’s AI Initiative, expand joint conclaves, and co-create thought-leadership publications.

The agreement aligns with FII9’s theme, “The Key to Prosperity: Unlocking New Frontiers of Growth”, which will convene global investors and visionaries in Riyadh from October 27–30, 2025.

The MoU establishes collaborative workstreams around:

As part of the agreement, the DCO will serve as Knowledge Partner for FII Institute’s AI Initiative through July 31, 2026, supporting both FII9 and the post-summit program.

Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of the FII Institute, said: “AI sits at the core of FII Institute’s strategy for an inclusive digital future. Partnering with the DCO expands our ability to ensure fast-growing digital economies benefit from AI adoption, not only in Saudi Arabia but across global markets.”

Dr. Hajar El Haddaoui, Director General of the DCO, added: “This partnership comes at a pivotal moment for the global digital economy. By combining DCO’s mandate for inclusive digital growth with FII’s forward-looking AI agenda, we are creating tangible pathways for our Member States and partners to benefit from cutting-edge innovation. Signing this MoU during UNGA underscores our shared commitment to ensuring digital prosperity is inclusive, sustainable, and borderless.”

The DCO is the world’s first intergovernmental body dedicated to accelerating inclusive digital growth. Representing 16 Member States, with a combined GDP of over $3.5 trillion and 800 million people, the DCO enables cross-border cooperation, forward-looking policies, and opportunities in the digital economy. Its focus on AI and the Future of Work ensures that emerging markets are active beneficiaries of next-generation technologies.

The FII Institute is a global non-profit foundation driven by data, innovation, and impact. Through its THINK, XCHANGE, ACT pillars, the Institute fosters actionable solutions across AI, sustainability, healthcare, and education. FII9, held October 27–30, 2025 in Riyadh, will gather leaders for plenaries, labs, and exclusive conclaves designed to translate dialogue into deals and policy roadmaps.

The MoU with the DCO dovetails with the Institute’s ongoing AI Inclusive initiative—ensuring emerging markets access funding, expertise, and capacity-building to accelerate equitable AI adoption.

About FII Institute

FII Institute is a global nonprofit with a single pressing agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive and driven by data, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions and actions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability. https://fii-institute.org/ 

For media inquiries, registration, and further details, please contact media@fii-institute.org.

About the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO)

The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) is the world’s first standalone international intergovernmental organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of an inclusive and sustainable digital economy. Founded in 2020, the DCO brings together the Ministries of Communications and Information Technology of its 16 Member States, representing nearly 3.5 trillion in GDP and a combined market of over 800 million people, more than 70% of whom are under the age of 35.  The DCO works with governments, the private sector, civil society, and international organizations to promote digital inclusion, enable cross-border data flows, empower women and youth, and support entrepreneurs and SMEs. It facilitates coordinated digital policies across borders and holds observer status with the United Nations General Assembly and other global bodies. 

For more information, including the complete list of Member States and access to DCO’s digital tools, visit www.dco.org or follow @DCOrg on X (Twitter) and LinkedIn. 

For media enquiries, please contact media@DCO.org

RIYADH – September 16, 2025 – EFG Hermes, an EFG Holding company and the leading investment bank in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, has announced a strategic partnership with the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, the global non-profit foundation dedicated to creating meaningful impact on humanity, to be part of its upcoming conference (FII9).

The partnership comes ahead of the 9th edition of the flagship FII conference, taking place in Riyadh on October 27–30, 2025, and underscores EFG Hermes’ commitment to driving investment and economic growth across the MENA region, with a particular focus on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The FII Institute is globally recognized for convening international leaders in government, business, and investment to address critical global challenges. Its work centers on four key areas—Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Education, Healthcare, and Sustainability—mobilizing partnerships and capital to deliver lasting positive change.

EFG Hermes has long been at the forefront of regional capital markets. In 2025 alone, the firm has led several landmark transactions, including major IPOs in the UAE, KSA, and Egypt, strengthening its reputation as a trusted partner for global investors and issuers. By participating in FII9, EFG Hermes aims to help attract international investment into Saudi Arabia’s dynamic and rapidly evolving economy.

Mohamed Ebeid, Co-CEO of EFG Hermes (an EFG Holding company), said: “We are honored to partner with the FII Institute and to participate in the 9th edition of this prestigious conference. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 has opened unprecedented opportunities, and as a leading investment bank in the region, EFG Hermes is committed to supporting the Kingdom’s ambitious economic transformation. This partnership reflects our shared vision of fostering sustainable growth and innovation across the MENA region.”

Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of the FII Institute, added: “Our strategic partnership with EFG Hermes reflects a shared commitment to harnessing investment and innovation for meaningful global impact. Together, we will mobilize resources and expertise to address humanity’s most pressing challenges, while advancing economic prosperity and sustainable development.”

Saud Altassan, CEO of EFG Hermes KSA, said: “The FII Institute provides a powerful global platform for shaping the future of investment, and we are delighted to contribute to this dialogue. Our participation highlights both EFG Hermes’ commitment to Saudi Arabia’s economy and the Kingdom’s growing role as a hub for investment, innovation, and sustainable growth.” 

About EFG Holding:

EFG Holding (EGX: HRHO.CA – LSE: EFGD) is a financial institution that boasts a remarkable 40-year legacy of success in seven countries spanning two continents. Operating within three distinct verticals — the Investment Bank (EFG Hermes), Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFI) (EFG Finance), and Commercial Bank (Bank NXT) — the company provides a comprehensive range of groundbreaking financial products and services tailored to meet the needs of a diverse clientele, including individual clients and businesses of all sizes.

EFG Hermes, the leading investment bank in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), offers extensive financial services, encompassing advisory, asset management, securities brokerage, research, and private equity. In its domestic market, EFG Holding serves as a universal bank, with EFG Finance emerging as the fastest-growing NBFI platform, comprising Tanmeyah, a provider of innovative and integrated financial solutions for small business owners and entrepreneurs, EFG Corp-Solutions, which provides leasing and factoring services, Valu, a universal financial technology powerhouse, Bedaya for mortgage finance, Kaf for insurance, and EFG Finance SMEs, which provides financial services for small and medium enterprises. Furthermore, the company delivers commercial banking solutions through Bank NXT, an integrated retail and corporate banking product provider in Egypt. 

Proudly present in: Egypt | United Arab Emirates | Saudi Arabia | Kuwait | Bahrain | Kenya | Nigeria

Learn more at www.efghldg.com

For further information, please contact:

May El Gammal – Group Chief Marketing & Communications Officer – melgammal@efghldg.com 

Omar Salama – Associate Director of Communications – osalama@efghldg.com 

The EFG Holding Public Relations Team – PublicRelations@efghldg.com

About FII Institute: 

The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global non-profit foundation with an investment arm and a singular mission: Impact on Humanity.  The Institute is dedicated to converting ideas into real-world solutions across sectors such as AI & Robotics, Education, Healthcare, and Sustainability, fostering inclusive global growth and addressing humanity’s most pressing challenges.  

Learn more at www.fii-institute.org 

For media inquiries, registration, and further details, please contact media@fii-institute.org 

Note on Forward-Looking Statements 

In this press release, EFG Holding may make forward-looking statements, including, for example, statements about management’s expectations, strategic objectives, growth opportunities, and business prospects. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts but instead represent only EFG Holding’s belief regarding future events, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and are beyond management’s control and include, among others, financial market volatility; actions and initiatives taken by current and potential competitors; general economic conditions and the effect of current, pending, and future legislation, regulations and regulatory actions. Accordingly, the readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made.

Where East Meets West to Shape the Future of Global Prosperity

Riyadh, September 11, 2025 — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is proud to announce that the next FII PRIORITY Asia Summit will take place in Tokyo, Japan, on November 30 – December 1, 2025. 

This high-level gathering will convene heads of state, policymakers, global CEOs, innovators, and investors to engage in dialogue and collaboration on the most pressing challenges of our time. The Tokyo Summit will spotlight accelerating partnerships and investment flows between Asia and the rest of the world, with particular focus on the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). 

Japan, one of the world’s most advanced and resilient economies, offers a unique platform for such discussions. Its global leadership in technology, scientific research, and sustainable development will serve as a foundation for connecting decision-makers across continents. The Summit will underscore the shared vision of Japan and the Middle East as a strategic bridge linking Asia with Africa, Europe, and the Americas, driving inclusive trade, investment, and knowledge exchange. 

Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of FII Institute, said: “We are honored to bring the FII PRIORITY Summit to Tokyo. Japan’s respected standing in the global economy, coupled with its commitment to innovation and sustainable development, makes it the ideal host. Together, we will highlight how collaboration with Asia can generate solutions that strengthen resilience and prosperity worldwide.” 

The FII Institute, founded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), hosts the FII PRIORITY series, a premier platform for global leaders, featuring past participation from head of states and world figures. The Tokyo Summit’s presenting partner is Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group, a leading global financial institution headquartered in Japan. SMBC Group is dedicated to advancing global financial collaboration and customer growth through its extensive banking services, and its partnership with FII Institute highlights a strong commitment to cross-regional cooperation. 

Full program details, including themes and keynote speakers, will be announced in the coming weeks. 

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About FII Institute 

FII Institute is a global nonprofit with a single pressing agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive and driven by data, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions and actions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability. https://fii-institute.org/  

For media inquiries, registration, and further details, please contact media@fii-institute.org. 

Riyadh, August 31, 2025 – Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the ninth edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Conference will be held from October 27 to 30, 2025, in Riyadh at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, under the theme “The Key to Prosperity.”


The conference serves as a premier global platform bringing together thought leaders, investors, and decision-makers from around the world to explore how investment can drive a prosperous and sustainable future, unlocking the full potential of humanity.


FII9 will address the paradoxes that stand in the way of progress: ‘innovation fragmentation’, how technological and policy advancements drive growth yet create unintended challenges; how breakthroughs in AI and emerging technologies open opportunities while presenting regulatory and ethical hurdles; and how global connectivity is hampered by geopolitical tensions and resource disparities.


FII Institute Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO Richard Attias said: “FII9 is the place for new thinking, strategic conversations, and forging partnerships in the cause of prosperity and progress.”


The conference begins on October 27 with exclusive, invitation-only conclaves, bringing together top investors, CEOs, and policymakers for candid discussions in a confidential setting.


On October 28 and 29, the main conference will host a variety of sessions on AI and robotics’ impact on productivity, wealth creation amid rising inequality, geopolitical effects of resource scarcity, demographic shifts shaping future workforces, and strategies to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability.


The conference concludes on October 30 with Investment Day, dedicated to high-impact deal-making, networking, showcasing next-generation technologies, and exploring venture strategies.


Additional programs, including specialized workshops and networking events, will be announced at a later date.


FII9 is expected to bring together over 7,500 participants and 600 distinguished speakers across 250 interactive sessions, reaffirming Riyadh’s position as a premier global hub where leaders and innovators from around the world engage in exclusive, data-driven discussions, transforming insights into actionable strategies that shape the future of investment.

New report calls for urgent action to scale innovation and ensure equitable access
to life-saving tools

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, 27 August 2025 – The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, together with UNICEF and The Global Fund, today released a joint report urging greater innovation and access in the fight against preventable infectious diseases.


The report, “Scaling Innovation to Maximize Global Health Impact,” reveals the staggering toll of treatable diseases: in 2023, tuberculosis killed 1.25 million people and malaria took 600,000 lives, mostly in low- and middle-income countries.


While breakthroughs such as AI diagnostics, biotech therapies, and solar-powered oxygen machines are emerging, their impact will remain limited without stronger systems to deliver them equitably. The report calls for urgent collaboration to bridge the gap between innovation and access, aligning policy, financing, and education to ensure every community benefits.

Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of FII Institute, said:
“Collaboration is paramount when faced with the mounting death toll of preventable diseases. Innovation in technology and economics must move hand-in-hand to build stronger, more resilient health systems. I am proud of the progress FII Institute continues to drive through global partnerships in pursuit of this mission.”


Helga Fogstad, Director, Health Programme, UNICEF added: “Innovation can only save children’s lives when it reaches them. Our job is to make sure every breakthrough becomes an everyday tool – for every child, everywhere – always keeping the most vulnerable in focus.”

Peter Sands, Executive Director of the Global Fund, emphasized: “From the outset, the Global Fund has been driven by the belief that no one should die from a preventable disease. Through a unique, multistakeholder partnership, we have pushed AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria into retreat — and now we can defeat them for good. We must build on our successes, harness innovation, and ultimately put an end to these formidable diseases.”


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The complete report, along with in-depth findings, is available here.

About FII Institute


FII Institute is a global nonprofit with a single pressing agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive and driven by data, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions and actions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability. https://fiiinstitute.org/


About UNICEF
UNICEF, the United Nations agency for children, works to protect the rights of every child, everywhere, especially the most disadvantaged children and in the toughest places to reach. Across more than 190 countries and territories, we do whatever it takes to help children survive, thrive, and fulfil their potential.

About The Global Fund
The Global Fund is a worldwide partnership to defeat HIV, TB and malaria and ensure a healthier, safer, more equitable future for all. We raise and invest up to US$5 billion a year to fight the deadliest infectious diseases, challenge the injustice that fuels them, and strengthen health systems and pandemic preparedness in more than 100 of the hardest hit countries. We unite world leaders, communities, civil society, health workers and the private sector to find solutions that have the most impact, and we take them to scale worldwide. Since 2002, the Global Fund partnership has saved 65 million lives.

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 27th July, 2025.: The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, in collaboration with Aramco and Arthur D. Little (ADL), announces the release of a white paper titled “AI-Enabled Carbon Markets: Identifying AI Solutions for the Voluntary Carbon Industry.” The publication explores how artificial intelligence (AI) could improve transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in the voluntary carbon market, offering practical guidance for organizations working to meet carbon emissions reduction targets.

Addressing evolving challenges in the carbon market, such as project identification, cost overruns, and regulatory as well as market complexities, the white paper emphasizes AI as a tool for overcoming issues like pricing transparency and the risk of greenwashing. It highlights AI’s potential to contribute to enhancing the breadth, consistency, and integrity of carbon credits, with the aim of providing companies with greater confidence and precision in pursuing carbon emissions reduction.

Key Insights from the White Paper

The publication identifies four primary ways AI could help advance the voluntary carbon market:

  1. Carbon quantification: AI technology could have the potential to enhance the precision of carbon sequestration measurements, allowing for more accurate assessments of project impacts and better prioritization.
  2. Transparency: AI is expected to enable real-time monitoring of carbon offset projects, providing verified emissions data that could contribute to building stakeholder trust.
  3. Integrity: The use of AI may mitigate the risk of greenwashing by identifying discrepancies between reported and actual carbon reductions, which could help bolster the credibility of carbon credits.
  4. Pricing forecasting: AI-driven models could offer dynamic, data-based valuations for carbon credits, with the aim to support market participants in making well-informed decisions.

Musaab M. Al Mulla, Aramco Vice President of Market Analysis and Sustainability, said: “We see the voluntary carbon markets as a unique and important lever in supporting a practical and orderly energy transition. However, for the market to reach its considerable potential to mitigate carbon emissions at scale, a number of key challenges will need to be addressed. This white paper showcases AI’s potential role in helping to make carbon markets more transparent and efficient. Integrating AI could support organizations in enhancing the reliability and accountability of their carbon emissions reduction efforts.”

Carlo Stella, Managing Partner and Global Practice Leader for the Sustainability Practice at Arthur D. Little, said: “AI’s role in carbon markets is essential for organizations aiming to achieve meaningful and measurable progress. This white paper highlights AI’s potential to improve accuracy in carbon reduction measures, a critical factor to improve confidence among adopters.”

Richard Attias, CEO of FII Institute, said: “Our collaboration with Aramco and Arthur D. Little reflects a shared goal of leveraging technology to enhance efficiency. This publication is a vital resource for any organization focused on making credible, impactful advances in carbon emissions reduction through AI-driven carbon markets.”

Opportunities and Challenges in Carbon Markets

With AI solutions in place, organizations could address market challenges such as inconsistent policies, budget overruns, and lack of pricing transparency. The insights offered here are expected to provide a strategic guide for entities participating in voluntary carbon markets, with the aim of enhancing their ability to meet sustainability goals within an evolving regulatory landscape.

For more detailed insights, the full white paper (“AI-Enabled Carbon Markets: Identifying AI Solutions for the Voluntary Carbon Industry”) is available for download [https://fii-institute.org/publication/ai-enabled-carbon-markets].

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About FII Institute

The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global non-profit foundation driven by data with an investment arm and one agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global and inclusive, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability.

Website: https://fii-institute.org/

About Arthur D. Little

Arthur D. Little has been at the forefront of innovation since 1886. We are an acknowledged thought leader in linking strategy, innovation, and economic transformation in technology-intensive and converging industries; often by helping industry and researchers work together. We navigate our clients through changing business ecosystems to uncover new growth opportunities. We enable our clients to build innovation capabilities and transform their organizations. Our consultants have strong practical industry experience combined with excellent knowledge of key trends and dynamics. ADL is present in the most important business centers around the world. We are proud to serve most of the Fortune 1000 companies, in addition to other leading firms and public sector organizations. Website: https://www.adlittle.com/en              

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