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NYC funds AI maps to fight heat and help plan new planting
New York City is funding an AI mapping project to combat heat and guide new tree planting efforts. The initiative, led by Cornell Tech researchers, aims to identify neighborhoods needing more trees to reduce stormwater runoff, improve air quality, and lower temperatures during heat waves.
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