Enabling AI to explain its predictions in plain language

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Carbon Neutral Regulation in AI Training

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Machine-learning models can make mistakes and be difficult to use, so scientists have developed explanation methods to help users understand when and how they should trust a model’s predictions. These explanations are often complex, however, perhaps containing information about hundreds of model features. And they are sometimes presented as multifaceted visualizations that can be difficult […]

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Daniela Rus, director of MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory and MIT professor of electrical engineering and computer science, was recently named a co-recipient of the 2024 John Scott Award by the board of directors of City Trusts. This prestigious honor, steeped in historical significance, celebrates scientific innovation at the very location where American […]

On Friday, December 6, the Sabin Center filed an amicus brief on behalf of the National League of Cities and the U.S. Conference of Mayors in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Kentucky v. EPA as part of our ongoing amicus efforts to support strong federal climate regulations. The case involves EPA’s […]
Columbia Law School June 12-13, 2025 (via Zoom) This 13th Annual Sabin Colloquium will allow junior environmental law scholars to present early-stage work and receive constructive feedback from a panel of senior scholars and from each other. Eligible applicants are pre-tenure professors, fellows, visiting assistant professors, and other junior scholars in similar academic positions. Papers on environmental law, […]

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Have you ever felt like your online tasks are getting out of hand with countless tabs open, emails to respond to, and social media posts to schedule? I’m the worst when it comes to having way too many tabs open. I recently came across HARPA AI, and I was impressed with its capabilities. It’s a […]

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Joe Philleo, the co-founder and CEO of Edia, leads the development of an AI-powered math platform designed for teachers and students, aiming to improve outcomes on state exams. The platform operates on the belief that education plays a crucial role in shaping individuals’ life trajectories. Edia’s mission is to create technology that ensures every student […]

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Artificial intelligence has taken remarkable strides in recent years. Models that once struggled with basic tasks now excel at solving math problems, generating code, and answering complex questions. Central to this progress is the concept of scaling laws—rules that explain how AI models improve as they grow, are trained on more data, or are powered […]

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Chatbots can wear a lot of proverbial hats: dictionary, therapist, poet, all-knowing friend. The artificial intelligence models that power these systems appear exceptionally skilled and efficient at providing answers, clarifying concepts, and distilling information. But to establish trustworthiness of content generated by such models, how can we really know if a particular statement is factual, […]

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Social media will always shape brand perception and consumer behavior, which is why companies use AI-powered tools and platforms to protect their reputation and maximize their influencer partnerships. These innovative platforms combine advanced AI and natural language processing (NLP) with practical features to help brands succeed in digital marketing, offering everything from real-time safety monitoring […]

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OpenAI just rolled out what they are calling their “smartest model in the world.” It comes with a $200 monthly price tag and promises to think harder, work longer, and solve more complex problems than anything we have seen before. But in a world where AI announcements seem to drop every week, this one deserves […]

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AI systems depend on vast, meticulously curated datasets for training and optimization. The efficacy of an AI model is intricately tied to the quality, representativeness, and integrity of the data it is trained on. However, there exists an often-underestimated factor that profoundly affects AI outcomes: dataset annotation. Annotation practices, if inconsistent or biased, can inject […]

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AI has transformed many industries, but its impact on image generation is remarkable. Tasks that once required the expertise of professional artists or complex graphic design tools can now be achieved effortlessly with just a few descriptive words and a suitable AI model. This advancement has empowered individuals and businesses, enabling creativity at a previously […]

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Jeremy (Jezz) Kelway is a Vice President of Engineering at EDB, based in the Pacific Northwest, USA. He leads a team focused on delivering Postgres-based analytics and AI solutions. With experience in Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) management, operational leadership, and innovative technology delivery, Jezz has a strong background in driving advancements in emerging technologies. EDB supports PostgreSQL […]

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Climate change demands urgent attention, and as an activist, you are uniquely positioned to drive transformation in your community. A comprehensive approach can cultivate a culture of sustainability and raise environmental consciousness. This guide from Living Green Technology outlines practical strategies for activists to instill impactful changes. Educating, engaging, and inspiring can lead your community […]

Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate change. This week Plastic treaty pause BUSAN BUST: Efforts to finalise a global treaty on plastic pollution failed to reach agreement in Busan, South Korea, Reuters reported. The newswire said more than 100 nations wanted the treaty to cap plastic […]

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Initial lessons learned from this year’s Devon Cryptosporidium outbreak have been shared as part of a new conference for environmental health professionals. The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) hosted its first ever Water Quality Conference on 8 November. Among the speakers were Dr Lincoln Sargeant, Director of Public Health and Dr Samuel Trethewey, Public […]

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The UK government has cancelled plans to proceed with a takeback scheme for single-use cups. Announced by Boris Johnson’s Conservative government in November 2021, the plan was part of a broader initiative to reduce waste and promote recycling as outlined in the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. The proposed scheme aimed to incentivize the collection […]

This week, the international court of justice (ICJ) opened two weeks of hearings on states’ climate-related legal obligations – and the consequences, if “significant harm” is caused. The case stems from a unanimous UN general assembly (UNGA) request for an “advisory opinion” from the ICJ. It is taking place against a backdrop of rapidly escalating […]