Abu Dhabi-based G42, a leader in AI and cloud computing, today announced that it is partnering with NVIDIA to advance climate technology with a focus on developing AI solutions aimed at dramatically enhancing the accuracy of weather forecasting globally.
The collaboration builds on NVIDIA’s Earth-2, an open platform that accelerates climate and weather predictions with interactive, AI-augmented, high-resolution simulation.
“This initiative with NVIDIA is a testament to our commitment to applying AI in ways that not only innovate but also solve critical global challenges. Establishing the Earth-2 Climate Tech Lab in Abu Dhabi allows us to leverage our unique capabilities and insights to foster a sustainable future for the world,” stated Peng Xiao, group CEO of G42.
New Climate Tech Lab to be established in Abu Dhabi
G42 and NVIDIA will initially focus on a square-kilometer resolution weather forecasting model that improves the accuracy of meteorological predictions.
A key aspect of this initiative is the establishment of a new operational base and Climate Tech Lab in Abu Dhabi. This state-of-the-art facility will serve as a hub for research and development, driving forward both companies’ commitment to environmental sustainability. This facility will also mobilize the creation of tailored climate and weather solutions that leverage over 100 petabytes of geophysical data assets.
“Our collaboration with G42 marks a pivotal step toward harnessing AI to understand and predict climate phenomena with unprecedented accuracy. The Earth-2 Climate Tech Lab will propel environmental solutions using the most advanced accelerated computing and AI technology to benefit millions of people around the world,” stated Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA.
Strengthening resilience against climate challenges
In addition to fostering innovation in climate technology, G42 and NVIDIA’s initiative will focus on building a robust framework for integrating enhanced weather prediction capabilities with comprehensive data metrics and visualization. This will assist organizations worldwide in achieving their sustainability goals through well-informed, data-driven environmental strategies.
By uniting G42’s AI expertise with NVIDIA’s computational acumen, this partnership also aims to deliver transformative climate solutions that combine scientific accuracy with real-world applicability, driving impactful change across industries and ecosystems.
Speaking about this new model, H.E. Dr. Abdulla Al Mandous, Director General of the National Center of Meteorology UAE, said: “AI-powered weather forecasting has the potential to revolutionize high-quality, high-resolution weather and disaster management solutions, particularly in this accelerating phase of climate change. By enhancing prediction accuracy and enabling hyper-local, real-time forecasts, this technology empowers better decision-making and strengthens resilience against climate challenges.”
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G42 explores technology’s expansion beyond the UAE
The milestone reflects a growing global demand for AI-driven solutions to address climate challenges. As extreme weather events become more frequent and severe, AI-powered forecasting will play a crucial role in enabling nations to protect populations, safeguard infrastructure and build more resilient economies.
G42 is now exploring the expansion of this technology beyond the UAE, particularly in climate-vulnerable regions across the Global South, such as Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia where accurate forecasting can be a critical tool for disaster preparedness and infrastructure resilience.
