Google Leverages AI for Global Sustainability Initiatives
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Google is using AI to predict flooding up to 7 days in advance in over 80 countries, including over 800 locations in the US.
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Google is using satellite imagery and AI to predict wildfire spread in near real-time to aid response efforts.
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Project Greenlight uses AI to optimize traffic lights and reduce emissions in 12 cities globally, with a goal of 30% less traffic and 10% lower emissions.
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Fuel-efficient routing in Google Maps considers hills, traffic, and speed limits to find greener routes, saving 2.5 million metric tons of emissions already.
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New weather prediction and traffic optimization initiatives use AI with the goal of increasing sustainability, safety, and health around the world.