Microsoft to broaden AI for Earth programme, pledges $50 billion
Announcing its plan to broaden the AI for Earth programme, Microsoft has pledged $50 million over the next five years to put artificial intelligence technology in the hands of those who are working to mitigate climate change. Microsoft rolled out the AI for Earth programme six months ago with an aim to put the power of artificial intelligence towards tackling environmental challenges. The announcement came on the eve of the second anniversary of the Paris Agreement. AI can be very useful in monitoring, modelling and managing the Earth’s natural systems. Data can speak volumes about the health of our home planet, including the conditions of air, water, land and the well-being of our wildlife. “That’s why we’re not just putting more resources into this effort, but also coupling this with a long-term commitment to applying AI to grow and scale in four key areas – climate, water, agriculture and biodiversity,” Smith said. Microsoft wants to do it in three ways. First, it plans to expand seed grants around the world to create and test new AI applications.
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