This chapter provides a thematic and bibliometric review of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education to promote green learning environments and sustainability. We used VOSviewer to map research trends and collaborative clusters in accordance with SDG 4.7 under the Four-in-Balance model: Vision, Infrastructure, Digital Content, and Competencies. The literature showed rapid expansion in learning analytics and e-learning; sustainability and the SDGs; higher education's institutional reform and digital adoption; and emerging technologies, including big data, generative AI, and Industry 4.0. The results show uneven progress: Vision and Competencies lag, leading to fragmented, reactive adoption, while Infrastructure and Digital Content have improved, including intelligent tutoring, IoT-enabled classrooms, and adaptable resources. Few institutions incorporate environmental goals into strategy, and persistent gaps in AI literacy and sustainability skills limit responsible use. © 2026 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.
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