This policy brief published by the UNECE, addresses the strategic integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and infrastructure development.
It describes how to equip governments, policymakers, and industry leaders with guidance on navigating the opportunities and challenges of using AI to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and resilience of infrastructure projects, thereby supporting the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Some of the key themes explored in this publication include:
• Transformative Potential: Highlighting how AI can expedite PPP processes, lower transaction costs, and enable data-driven decision-making to address global challenges like climate change and enhance infrastructure resilience.
• Strategic Alignment: Placing the initiative within the context of major global agreements, including the UN Pact for the Future, the Global Digital Compact, and the Sevilla Commitment.
• Cross-Cutting Challenges: As the integration of AI in PPP and infrastructure projects continues to evolve, there are a number of overarching themes that relate to the implementation of all AI systems throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
Ultimately, the document serves as a resource to foster responsible AI adoption for sustainable infrastructural development ensuring technological advancement in alignment with ethical, social and environmental priorities.