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The hidden climate cost that comes with everyday AI use

Marissa Loewen first started using artificial intelligence in 2014 as a project management tool. She has autism and ADHD and said it helped immensely with organizing her thoughts. “We try to use it ...
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Roundtable on Artificial Intelligence and Climate Change

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that has the potential to revolutionize the approach to many climate-related actions—from optimizing energy use to predicting extreme weather. As we ...

Forests under climate stress: Why trees are growing less despite an early start

Climate change is causing trees to sprout earlier in spring. Nevertheless, some tree species are growing less. A study by the ...

We discovered microbes in bark ‘eat’ climate gases. This will change the way we think about trees

We already knew forests were heavy lifters in reducing climate pollution. New research reveals the tiny microbes in tree bark ...
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Genetic imprinting could revitalize Christmas tree industry amid climate challenges

NORTHERN MICHIGAN (WPBN/WGTU) -- We're highlighting a project to improve the growing conditions and market for Fraser fir Christmas trees. Michigan is one of the top Christmas tree producing states, ...