The rise of artificial intelligence is driving up demand for semiconductors and computing infrastructure. However, their manufacturing and cooling still rely on fluorinated substances, some of which belong to the broad family of PFAS. A…
Beyond AI, Energy, Water, and Carbon: The Environmental Outlook for 2025
The year 2025 marks a symbolic and practical turning point in how artificial intelligence is perceived. Long portrayed as primarily a software-based technology, AI is now recognized as a heavy-duty hardware infrastructure that consumes energy, water, metals, and…
Recognizing a lion by the sound of its voice: AI ushers in a new era for wildlife
Wildlife conservation is undergoing a profound transformation thanks to artificial intelligence. While traditional methods of monitoring lion populations relied on GPS collars or…
Ocean AI: How Artificial Intelligence Is Helping to Protect Whales in Polynesia
Protecting marine biodiversity is now a global challenge, one that is particularly acute in the oceans’ fragile ecosystems. In French Polynesia, humpback whales, iconic migratory species, face growing pressures: maritime traffic, noise pollution, warming waters, and disruption of their breeding grounds. In light of these challenges, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a strategic tool for cetacean conservation.
Thermoregulatory materials: the role of artificial intelligence in combating urban heat
In the face of climate change, cities are particularly vulnerable to heat waves, which are exacerbated by the urban heat island effect. Traditional building materials (asphalt, concrete, glass) absorb heat and contribute to raising ambient temperatures by several degrees.