AI and Mobile Apps Help Tackle Ocean Plastic Waste and Restore Reefs
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CleanHub uses AI and mobile apps to track and properly dispose of nonrecyclable ocean plastics, keeping over 8 million kg out so far.
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The company partners with brands to create transparency around plastic waste with digital tracking from collection to incineration.
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Challenges include scaling AI to generate quality data and keeping the app user-friendly for waste collectors.
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Other companies use AI to restore coral reefs by predicting growth rates and identifying areas needing intervention.
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Cognizant Ocean's AI analyzes fish behaviors via cameras and sensors to help farms fine-tune feeding, reducing wasted feed.