AI for Earth: Protecting Our Environment with Intelligent Technology
Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a transformative role in addressing climate change and promoting environmental protection. By leveraging its ability to process massive datasets and make predictive analyses, AI is enabling innovative solutions across various domains. Applications of AI in Climate Change and Environmental Protection Climate Prediction and Monitoring AI systems analyze data from satellites, weather stations, and sensors to predict changing weather patterns and extreme events like floods, hurricanes, and droughts. For instance, AI-enhanced "digital similars" simulate scenarios such as rising sea levels to aid urban planning. AI can map iceberg melting rates 10,000 times faster than humans, helping scientists measure meltwater contributions to ocean levels. Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction AI models are estimated to mitigate 5-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 through optimizing energy systems, transportation networks, and industrial process...