Season 3 | Episode 4
Burning Questions: Can AI save the planet?
The pros and cons of this powerful technology.
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While artificial intelligence holds immense potential in addressing the climate crisis, it comes with some risks. In this conversation, Marketplace’s AI reporter, Matt Levin, talks with with Priya Donti, Assistant Professor at MIT and co-founder of Climate Change AI. They explore the many ways AI is already being used in the fight against climate change, as well as the potential threats it poses. Check out their conversation below:
Learn More:
- WATCH: Can AI Help Solve the Climate Crisis? – TED
- READ: How Big Tech AI models nailed forecast for Hurricane Lee a week in advance – The Washington Post
- CHECK OUT: Climate Change AI
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Amy Scott
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Caitlin Esch
Senior Producer
Hayley Hershman
Senior Producer
Grace Rubin
Assistant Producer