Energy companies are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence technology to improve the efficiency and sustainability of their operations. And it is already transforming critical functions: from lowering carbon emissions to mitigating cyber attacks and predicting mechanical failures.

In the process, the technology is generating new job opportunities, for AI ethics specialists, software developers and data engineers across the sector. However, experts warn that AI could also displace more traditional energy jobs.  

Use cases: emissions monitoring, infrastructure routing, supply management, cyber defence  

With energy-related carbon dioxide emissions reaching 37.4bn tonnes for the first time last year — an increase of 410mn tonnes, or 1.1 per cent, on 2022 levels — many companies are exploring ways AI in which can help reduce their carbon footprint.