Google Earth AI Chatbot Helps Track Climate Change and Predict Disasters

Google has launched a powerful new tool that could revolutionize how we monitor and respond to climate change. The tech giant’s latest update to Google Earth integrates artificial intelligence capabilities that allow users to simply ask questions about environmental changes happening anywhere on the planet.

The system, called Google Earth AI, combines satellite imagery with Google’s Gemini AI to analyze massive amounts of environmental data. Users can now type questions like “find algae blooms” or ask about rising water levels in specific regions, and the AI will search through years of satellite data to provide detailed answers. The technology can track everything from surface temperature changes to air pollution levels, revealing how climate policies and natural disasters have affected different areas over time.

What makes this tool particularly promising is its potential to predict future environmental disasters and identify which communities are most at risk. By analyzing patterns in weather data, population information, and historical events, the AI could help authorities better prepare for hurricanes, floods, and other climate-related emergencies before they strike.

However, there’s a catch – these advanced AI features are only available through Google Earth’s new professional subscription plans, which start at $75 per month. While basic Google Earth remains free, accessing the cutting-edge climate monitoring tools requires a significant investment. This development represents Google’s broader effort to demonstrate its commitment to environmental protection, though questions remain about whether AI’s own energy consumption might offset some of these climate benefits.