Sandfort, R.; Uhlhorn, B.; Geißler, G.; Lyhne, I.; Jiricka-Pürrer, A. AI Will Change EA Practice – but Are We Ready for It? A Call for Discussion Based on Developments in Collecting and Processing Biodiversity Data. Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal 2024, 1–9, doi:10.1080/14615517.2024.2318684.
Sandfort, R.; Uhlhorn, B.; Geißler, G.; Lyhne, I.; Jiricka-Pürrer, A. AI Will Change EA Practice – but Are We Ready for It? A Call for Discussion Based on Developments in Collecting and Processing Biodiversity Data. Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal 2024, 1–9, doi:10.1080/14615517.2024.2318684.
Sandfort, R.; Uhlhorn, B.; Geißler, G.; Lyhne, I.; Jiricka-Pürrer, A. AI Will Change EA Practice – but Are We Ready for It? A Call for Discussion Based on Developments in Collecting and Processing Biodiversity Data. Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal 2024, 1–9, doi:10.1080/14615517.2024.2318684.
Sandfort, R.; Uhlhorn, B.; Geißler, G.; Lyhne, I.; Jiricka-Pürrer, A. AI Will Change EA Practice – but Are We Ready for It? A Call for Discussion Based on Developments in Collecting and Processing Biodiversity Data. Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal 2024, 1–9, doi:10.1080/14615517.2024.2318684.
Abstract
The opportunities and potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Environmental Assessment (EA) are often mentioned. However, do we in the EA field understand the implications of what is happening in other biological sciences, and are we preparing for the changes that are coming? This interdisciplinary letter focuses on AI-driven developments in biodiversity data and analysis as a starting point for stimulating discussion about what AI means in practice for the field of EA. We highlight implications for training, transformation of practice and decision making as first steps in a research agenda.
Environmental and Earth Sciences, Environmental Science
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