Recommender Systems for Social Good: The Role of Accountability and Sustainability

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2501.05964v1
• Date: Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:46:23 GMT
• Title: Recommender Systems for Social Good: The Role of Accountability and Sustainability
• Authors: Alan Said,
• Abstract summary: recommender systems must go beyond personalization to support responsible consumption, reduce environmental impact, and foster social good. We explore strategies to mitigate the carbon footprint of recommendation models, ensure fairness, and implement accountability mechanisms.
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• Abstract: This work examines the role of recommender systems in promoting sustainability, social responsibility, and accountability, with a focus on alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As recommender systems become increasingly integrated into daily interactions, they must go beyond personalization to support responsible consumption, reduce environmental impact, and foster social good. We explore strategies to mitigate the carbon footprint of recommendation models, ensure fairness, and implement accountability mechanisms. By adopting these approaches, recommender systems can contribute to sustainable and socially beneficial outcomes, aligning technological advancements with the SDGs focused on environmental sustainability and social well-being.

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