Abstract

As the urgency to address climate change deepens, artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly promoted as a promising instrument for advancing climate governance. Its applications are diverse—from enhancing weather forecasting and optimizing agricultural practices to monitoring deforestation and tracking carbon emissions — positioning AI as a potentially transformative force in climate policy. Yet, as Machen and Pearce (2025) argue, this optimistic narrative risks overshadowing profound concerns, particularly regarding democratic governance.