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Google's FireSat uses AI to detect 5x5m fires globally every 20 mins. Custom infrared sensors and AI compare imagery to previous data for rapid detection.

NVIDIA's StormCast AI model improves mesoscale weather prediction. Forecasts 100+ variables with 10% greater accuracy than NOAA systems. Trained on 3.5 years of climate data, aims to enhance disaster planning and mitigation efforts.

Google expanded its AI wildfire tracking system to 15 new countries in Europe and Africa. The tool analyses satellite imagery to provide accurate fire boundaries on Google Search, Maps, and via notifications. It reached 1.4 million people in its first week of expansion.

Google's Project Green Light uses AI to optimise traffic light timing in cities worldwide. Using Google Maps data, it aims to reduce stop-and-go emissions by up to 10% at intersections. The project is live in over 70 intersections across a dozen cities.

A study by The Alan Turing Institute warns that UK offshore wind farms are vulnerable to cyberattacks. AI could help improve security in this critical sector.

The collaboration between Georgia Tech and Meta in creating the OpenDAC database represents a significant milestone in the fight against climate change.