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Machine Learning and the Environment
Climate change is one of the most major challenges that our world faces. Changes in our climate that have already been affecting this world can be observed in the rising sea levels, polar ice caps melting, storms and hurricanes that are considerably more severe, an increase in droughts, and wildfires that have increased precipitation in some parts of the planet while others suffer from less rainfall. It is vital to take whatever measures are required to minimize the dangers posed by climate change. These would surely include decreasing carbon emissions in the atmosphere and adapting to the changes that have already occurred as well. Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) or deep learning (DL), data science, and advanced analytics have been extensively applied for many years in multiple sectors such as banking, healthcare, and so on. However, their applications regarding climate change have received little attention. So, in this article, we will take a look at how AI and ML can aid in climate change related challenges, i.e., cover a range of applications.
Controlling Pollution
Pollution is a significant concern in larger cities. Thus, a novel urban pollution control system, the Internet of Things (IoT), and machine learning are all critically needed.
Data concerning city pollution is collected by IoT from a multitude of sources, including vehicle emissions, airflow direction, pollen and traffic levels, weather, etc. Once all of the relevant data is extracted, machine learning algorithms evaluate the data while modifying the proper prediction models based on a range of variables like the current season, the various topologies of the city, and so on. By utilizing the results of this study, machine learning algorithms could provide pollution estimations for several areas of the city, notifying municipal officials in advance where an issue might occur.
Predicting Wildfires Globally
The risks posed by wildfires are concerns that have been associated with climate change. A wildfire is something that can be described as an uncontrolled fire that starts in an area that is unprepared for it and, hence, cannot be managed. They usually take place late in the summer or early…
