What do you think of when you hear the phrase "artificial intelligence?" Does chatGPT or Alexa come to mind? Do you imagine robots taking over the world? What might not immediately come to mind are things like biodiversity preservation, green energy optimization, and water conservation, but AI is in fact being used in all these areas and more. Casey and Sara take a look at some of the ways AI is or has the potential to be used in the conservation realm and also explore some of the challenges with AI as a conservation tool.

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TrailGuard AI and Nightjar

Saving our Planet’s Biodiversity with AI | Ganes Kesari | TEDxAsburyPark

ASC Science Sundays - Tanya Berger-Wolf: AI for Wildlife Conservation

How artificial intelligence is helping tackle environmental challenges

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tinyML Talks: Efficient AI for Wildlife Conservation

Seven ways utilities are exploring AI for the grid | Latitude Media

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AI for the grid has potential, DOE says — but comes with pitfalls | Latitude Media

How AI Is Cropping Up In The Agriculture Industry

US farms are making an urgent push into AI. It could help feed the world

Artificial Intelligence Can Prevent Enormous Amounts Of Damage And Water Loss From Building Leaks

AI and Water: Pioneering Solutions for a Thirsty Planet

AI to stop water pollution before it happens

Hundreds of sewage leaks detected thanks to AI