How can AI help in detecting natural disasters?
Overview
Artificial intelligence is helping scientists and communities tackle challenges like climate change and natural disasters. AI-powered climate models are used in Europe and Asia as disaster prediction tools aiding vulnerable regions. These technologies offer powerful benefits but also raise important ethical questions about equity, environmental impact, and access. In this lesson, students will explore real-world global examples of AI in action. Students will analyze the opportunities and risks, and discuss how we can use AI responsibly to protect our planet
- AI & Science
- 60 minutes
Digital Materials
Objectives
After this experience, students will be able to
- Describe key applications of AI in natural disaster prediction.
- Evaluate real-world case studies and propose responsible uses of AI in science.
- Discuss ethical, social, and global implications of AI-driven environmental technologies.
Questions explored
In this experience, students will consider
- How is AI currently used to address natural disasters?
- How can we ensure that AI tools are used fairly and responsibly across different regions and communities?
Key Terms
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- The ability of computers to imitate human-like thinking, learning, and problem-solving.