Google DeepMind unveils AlphaEarth: AI maps entire planet from satellite data
Summary
Google DeepMind unveils AlphaEarth, an AI model that processes satellite data to generate detailed digital maps of the entire planet, enabling tracking of environmental changes and aiding conservation efforts by organizations like the UN.
Key Points
- Google DeepMind releases AlphaEarth Foundations, an AI model that processes satellite data to map the entire Earth's surface
- The model generates detailed digital representations of the planet, allowing tracking of changes like deforestation and urban expansion
- Organizations like the UN are already using AlphaEarth's dataset to map ecosystems and prioritize conservation efforts