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June 5 marks World Environment Day, and this year we celebrate by recognizing the groundbreaking work of Ensense, one of our recent incubation cohort successes. Ensense exemplifies RevHub's entrepreneurial ecosystem fostering impactful solutions that tackle climate change and shape a sustainable future. Led by Shahram Farhadi, Ensense leverages cutting-edge AI and data science to transform how cities manage public spaces. Their platform acts as a sophisticated sensory system, collecting data from strategically placed sensors and cameras which empowers city planners and policymakers to make informed decisions. For example, Ensense can pinpoint areas with high air pollution and give this information to stakeholders. This data informs targeted interventions like traffic flow optimization or green infrastructure projects. These results can improve air quality and combat climate change through reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, Ensense recognizes that data alone is not enough to create true, effective change, so they work closely with local communities to ensure their solutions are culturally sensitive and address specific needs. This fosters a sense of ownership among residents and builds long-term commitment to sustainable practices within communities. Investing in companies like Ensense is crucial for building a greener future. Their innovative AI solutions enable data-driven decision-making, leading to healthier cities and a more sustainable planet. To learn more about EnSense, visit: https://ensense.ai/ #ImpactInvestingRevHub #RevHubOC #WorldEnvironmentDay #InnovativeSolutions #SocialEnterprise #CommunityEngagement #SustainableDevelopment #AI #GenerativeAI

🌍 The “AI for Climate Summit” was held on November 4 at the Istanbul Modern Museum. The summit was organized in collaboration with the Turkish Informatics Foundation’s Be Node initiative and the Vector Institute, founded by #GeoffreyHinton, recipient of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics. In this powerful gathering, AI experts and climate advocates explored AI’s role in advancing impactful #climatesolutions. From redefining AI frameworks to addressing the environmental footprint of AI itself, the summit emphasized an urgent need for regenerative and sustainable approaches. Here are a few key takeaways from Ray Boyle, who did an amazing job facilitating the workshop between AI researchers and our partner climate NGOs. 1️⃣ The need for shifting from outdated frameworks to "horizon thinking" for climate action. 2️⃣ AI's dual role: "#GreenbyAI" and "#GreeninAI". 3️⃣ Transforming flawed systems for planetary health and well-being. AI should support this systemic regeneration, not just optimize for efficiency and profit. 4️⃣ Embracing collaboration and innovative governance for regenerative change. The next steps for the Global AI Alliance for Climate Action will focus on working on actionable projects in #BiodiversityPreservation, #EnergyEfficiency, #ExtremeWeatherResponse, and #UrbanPlanning. We are excited to showcase these solutions on #EarthDay at the Vector Institute in Toronto. 🌟 Special thanks to Faruk Eczacıbaşı Luis Seco, Pascal Poupart, Deval Pandya, Amirmohammad Kazemeini, Ceren Zeytinoglu Atici, Cem Leon Menase, Ray Boyle, Iuliia Eyriay, Joud El-Shawa, Elham Bagheri, Nick Berlinger, Aziz Soltobaev, Ellen Denny, Saeed Valadbaygi, and all the attendees who made this summit possible! #AIforClimate #ClimateAction #GlobalAIAlliance Turkish Philanthropy Funds | Center for AI and Digital Policy | AITR | Graph Commons | Vector Institute | Turkish Informatics Foundation

I am glad that I was part of the Marine technologies and implementation for sustainable blue economy conference in Padova and presented research and innovation activities in the Inno2Mare project. Thank you to everyone who followed my presentation regarding our research into the application of Computer Vision algorithms in the Maritime industry. It turned out that within the Blue economy cluster we share similar interests and that there is a great possibility of connection and cooperation. #artificialintelligence hashtag #machinelearning hashtag #ml hashtag #AI hashtag #deeplearning hashtag #computervision hashtag #Inno2Mare hashtag #InnovaMareInterreg hashtag

In June 2024, the World Economic Forum published its Flagship Report on the "Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2024." 🌍✨ Here is the list of groundbreaking innovations that are set to shape the future: 1️⃣ AI for Scientific Discovery 2️⃣ Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) 3️⃣ Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces 4️⃣ High Altitude Platform Stations 5️⃣ Integrated Sensing and Communication 6️⃣ Immersive Technology for the Built World 7️⃣ Elastocalorics 8️⃣ Carbon-Capturing Microbes 9️⃣ Alternative Livestock Feeds 🔟 Genomics for Transplants I am particularly happy to be working in the second-best industry—Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs). It’s crucial that the World Economic Forum recognizes the global importance of digital identity-based solutions. 🌐 What I found particularly interesting in the report is the analysis of the regions investing the most into PETs, along with governments actively supporting research and development through grants. While Estonia, the digital nation, did not make it into the top 5 for investments or national grants, our neighbors in Finland have succeeded in securing a top 5 spot in national grants. Congratulations to them! 🇫🇮🎉 This should be a wake-up call for Estonia. We must take a moment to look in the mirror and reflect on how we can elevate our commitment to innovation and digital excellence. 🇪🇪💡 #EmergingTech #AI #Innovation #PrivacyTech #DigitalIdentity #Sustainability #FutureTech #Genomics #ClimateAction #WEF2024 #TechForGood #DigitalNation #Estonia #Finland #matterID

We’ve shared this collaboration before, and now it’s featured in the Vector Institute’s 2023-2024 Annual Report!  Check out what Ivey Chiu, Manager of this research relationship, had to say about this meaningful collaboration.     In this project, the TELUS AI Accelerator team, in partnership with TELUS Environment Solutions, along with BMO and the Vector Institute, contributed to the development of a groundbreaking open-source AI toolkit designed to enhance climate change monitoring through advanced satellite imagery analysis. SegMate utilizes Meta's Segment Anything Model (SAM) to precisely isolate and analyze objects in satellite images. This innovative tool automates the analysis of deforestation, agricultural land use, water bodies, and natural disaster impacts, offering more accurate and detailed insights while extending SAM’s capabilities. By open-sourcing SegMate, we are accelerating global efforts to mitigate climate change and better understand its impact on vegetation. This collaboration underscores our commitment to leveraging AI for smarter decision-making and developing effective strategies to improve our planet’s health. Together, we are using the power of AI to create a more sustainable future. 🌱 Check out the rest of the Vector report HERE:  https://lnkd.in/gU6hJaT5 #ClimateChange #AIForGood #Sustainability #TeamTELUS

📢Exciting news! #AI4PEX is now on Bluesky!   👉Connect with us at ai4pex.bsky.social for the latest project news and stay up to date with our research.   #ClimateResearch #HorizonEU #Bluesky #EarthObservation #EarthSystemModels

Today, in our AI Program class, we had an engaging session on the critical topic of biodiversity and ecosystems in green sustainable cities. The discussion centered around the challenges cities face in maintaining and enhancing urban biodiversity and how artificial intelligence (AI) can offer innovative solutions to these complex problems. We explored key problems, including: • Urbanization and its impact on natural habitats. • Pollution and waste mismanagement threatening ecosystems. • The effects of invasive species and climate change on native biodiversity. • Limited awareness and citizen engagement in conservation efforts. We emphasized how AI technologies, including Computer Vision, Machine Learning, and Predictive Analytics, are reshaping urban sustainability and fostering innovation in this field. A special thank you to Dawson Bachand for his time, knowledge, and invaluable contribution to the session. His insights enriched the discussion and highlighted the immense potential of AI in promoting green sustainable cities. AI continues to be a driving force for innovation in sustainability, looking forward to exploring more groundbreaking ideas in sessions to come. We are, also, excited about the upcoming session with Sara Ashoori, where we will delve into the topic of promoting climate resilience through the integration of urban green spaces and sustainable food systems. The session will explore how these initiatives can enhance environmental stability, support local ecosystems, and ensure food security in the face of climate challenges. Let’s continue reimagining the future of Green Sustainable Smart cities!🌱 #GreenSustainableCities #UrbanGreenSpaces #SustainableFoodSystems #AIForClimateResilience #CattleHealth #MarineEcosystems #Biodiversity #Innovation #Sustainability #SADT #HereatSAIT #ai

📣 More big investment news! LUMO Labs invests €250K in Beyond Weather, a Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) spin-out. Beyond Weather leverages extensive #climate expertise and cutting-edge AI developments to provide accurate and reliable weather and impact forecasts months in advance, serving the energy and agricultural sectors across Europe.   Its AI-driven models offer timely, interpretable and actionable forecasts to anticipate high-risk weather events and effectively manage those risks, reduce costs and preemptively address impacts such as crop damage. 🌩️ 🌍 Beyond Weather will be providing actionable data to aid humanitarian efforts in the Global South, a region already heavily affected by climate change. "We care about the risks of climate change, and we work passionately every day to bring predictability and actionability to society. We are immensely excited to have LUMO Labs on our side in this journey,” said Jannes van Ingen, CEO of Beyond Weather.  🤝 The capital will be used to further develop its AI technology for long-range weather and impact forecasting. The investment follows earlier funding from TTT-AI | Thematic Technology Transfer Artificial Intelligence, NWO (Dutch Research Council) and Rabobank. 💯 “Although we must all press on with our efforts to stop and reverse climate change, there is no denying that amid escalating climate change-induced weather events, today and in the foreseeable future, accurate forecasts are crucial,” said Andy Lurling, Founding Partner of LUMO Labs. “Our investment will accelerate the implementation of Beyond Weather’s pioneering AI solutions, strengthening global weather prediction and enhancing climate resilience.” Read the full announcement here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_sK_-Ar #investmentnews #climateaction #weather #goodthingsarecoming Sven Meron Sabine Dagmar Thomas Federico Pim Henk Jorge Sem Dim Steven Marc

What’s the real impact of AI in Climate Tech? Artificial Intelligence is reshaping our approach to climate challenges, and the opportunities are incredible. Dion Harris, Director of Product, Accelerated Computing at NVIDIA, dives deep into opportunities and roadblocks in Finder's AI 2024 Report, sharing valuable insights on how AI is addressing critical areas like: 🟢Climate and Weather Modeling 🟢Geospatial Monitoring and Detection 🟢Agritech and Sustainable Farming 🟢Wildfire Detection and Prevention 🟢Renewable Energy 🟢Broader Sustainable Technologies Let's build a sustainable future together. Explore how Israeli innovation in climate tech is shaping our tomorrow 👉https://okt.to/pMoLkQ #AIinClimateTech #ClimateTech #israelitechecosystem

Exactly one week ago, I had the chance to speak at Salon SIMI, thanks to an invitation from Urban AI! I had the opportunity to showcase the benefits of using AI to adapt our cities to climate change - the first results of our research with Cornell Tech - and contribute to a panel focused on the ecological transition, alongside other great speakers such as Fouzi Benkhelifa and François Panouillé. Some reflections I’ve taken away: 🔹 Beyond decarbonization – While reducing emissions is essential, the need to adapt to a changing climate is a priority. Then we can ensure we remain within #planetary #boundaries. 🔹 AI is a means, not the end – Technology alone is not the goal; it is a powerful tool to support and accelerate the transition. 🔹 #Collaboration is key – The scale of adaptation efforts requires cooperation between all of us: policymakers, businesses, researchers, and urban communities. A big thank you to SuReal and to Urban AI for giving me the chance to showcase our research and vision. Stay tuned : more to come at https://lnkd.in/eYr47cQv. #AI #ClimateAdaptation #EcologicalTransition #Collaboration #UrbanInnovation #SIMI2024