Metaverse could put a dent in global warming
New Cornell research shows confirms that limiting business travel would generate the largest environmental benefit
The paper notes that by 2050 the metaverse industry could potentially lower greenhouse gas emissions by 10 gigatons. Metaverse-based remote working, distance learning and virtual tourism could be promoted to improve air quality.
Key takeaways
- The team used AI-based modeling to analyze data from key sectors to anticipate the growth of metaverse usage and the impact of its most promising applications: remote work, virtual traveling, distance learning, gaming and non-fungible tokens;
- The modeling suggested that within 30 years, the technology would be adopted by more than 90% of the population;
- Metaverse-based remote working, distance learning and virtual tourism could be promoted to improve air quality.
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