Climate change

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RESEARCHarXiv CS.AI·22h ago

Land cover and flood type govern the detection limits of satellite-based flood mapping across diverse global flood events

This research assesses the operational reliability of satellite-based flood mapping using geospatial foundation models, specifically Prithvi-EO-2.0, across 19 diverse global flood events. Detection accuracy was found to be jointly dependent on land cover and flood type, with higher agreement in croplands and riverine events, and significantly lower detection in tree cover and built-up areas.

Flood mapping Geospatial AI Satellite imaging Natural hazards

NEWS↑ trendingHacker News (AI)·6d ago

UN calculates nation-sized environmental footprints for AI and data centers

The UN calculates that artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers have an environmental footprint equivalent to that of a nation, highlighting their massive energy and water consumption. This report underscores the urgency of addressing the growing environmental impact of digital technologies to mitigate climate change.

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RESEARCHarXiv CS.LG·29d ago

A Wasserstein GAN-based climate scenario generator for risk management and insurance: the case of soil subsidence

This paper introduces an AI framework using Conditional Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) to generate future spatio-temporal trajectories of climatic indices, specifically the Soil Wetness Index (SWI), to assess drought severity in France. The approach aims to support the insurance sector in developing long-term strategies for natural catastrophe risk management amidst rising associated costs.

insurance Natural Catastrophes Climate change risk management

RESEARCHarXiv CS.AI·4/6/2026

A Comprehensive Framework for Long-Term Resiliency Investment Planning under Extreme Weather Uncertainty for Electric Utilities

Este conteúdo propõe um arcabouço abrangente para o planejamento de investimentos de longo prazo em resiliência para concessionárias de energia elétrica. Ele aborda a gestão da incerteza de eventos climáticos extremos, provavelmente utilizando métodos avançados de IA para otimização e tomada de decisão.

Climate change Energy Resilience Investment Optimization risk management

ARTICLEDEV.to AI·4/10/2026

The Honest Climate Case for AI

O artigo argumenta que o debate sobre o impacto climático da IA frequentemente foca em questões irrelevantes, como o uso pessoal ou previsões alarmistas infundadas. Ele destaca que o consumo de eletricidade da IA (0,3% global) é menor do que o de outras indústrias, como ar condicionado, sugerindo uma perspectiva mais equilibrada.

energy consumption data centers Climate change AI

ARTICLEDEV.to AI·5/4/2026

🌲 Building Smart Forests: How Technology is Powering the Future of Sustainable Ecosystems Introduction

This article discusses how technology is revolutionizing forest management to combat climate change and ensure sustainable ecosystems. Companies like Enviro Forest are using sensors and computers to collect data and make smart decisions, moving away from traditional manual methods.

environmental AI IoT forest management sustainable technology

ARTICLEDEV.to AI·4/19/2026

It Might Already Be Too Late to Fix This

The "Earth Recovery Protocol" is a haunting interactive simulation designed to make users confront the irreversible truth about environmental damage. It challenges them to "undo" ecological sins like species extinction and pollution, revealing that many wounds cannot be healed.

environment interactive simulation Climate change

ARTICLEDEV.to AI·4/25/2026

"Top 10 Most Expensive Problems Roofing Contractors Pay to Solve 2026"

This article forecasts the top 10 most expensive problems for roofing contractors in 2026, driven by climate change, material shortages, and regulatory pressures. It highlights issues like structural water damage and storm repairs, providing cost impacts and potential solutions.

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