Artificial Intelligence and the Green Transition in Türkiye: New Steps in…

Initiatives that bring together artificial intelligence and the green transition are gaining prominence in Türkiye as part of its sustainable development and technological transformation goals. Aimed at supporting environmentally friendly production models with smart technologies, this direction addresses the digital and environmental transformation of industry and manufacturing together. For manufacturing SMEs, the key priority is to use technology not only to accelerate processes but also to improve resource use.

For businesses, the practical link between artificial intelligence and the green transition lies in making more meaningful use of production data. Assessing energy consumption and production process data together can help identify areas for improvement. However, turning this potential into business benefits depends on the accuracy and accessibility of the data and its connection to operational processes. Transformation should therefore begin with an understanding of current operations, before any technology is selected.

Energy efficiency is an important application area for AI-supported green transition among manufacturing SMEs. Understanding how much energy individual processes consume can provide a basis for improvement decisions. Artificial intelligence should be positioned as a tool that supports this assessment, rather than as a guarantee of savings on its own. Clearly defining objectives and measuring the baseline before implementation are important for reliably assessing the changes achieved.

Compliance with international sustainability standards is another significant aspect of this transition for businesses. Maintaining systematic records of production and resource use can strengthen the data foundation for compliance efforts. However, using artificial intelligence does not, in itself, mean compliance with any standard. Each business needs to assess the requirements that apply to it, verify the relevant records and align its technology applications with those requirements.

At X Mind Solutions, we believe it is important to consider artificial intelligence and automation alongside business processes. In the context of the green transition, our approach is to clarify needs, data sources and the indicators to be monitored before assigning a role to technology. Türkiye’s drive to bring together environmentally friendly production and smart technologies makes this integrated assessment relevant for businesses. Basing implementation decisions on measurable objectives can help keep transformation focused on concrete needs.