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My therapist is a bot: The rise of AI in mental health treatment

Rodrigo Santodomingo

January 21, 2025 |

El País |

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Response Location: United States

As many struggle to access mental health care, AI-powered chatbots, called “psychobots,” are emerging as a response to limited access to traditional psychotherapy. While they may not be a replacement for human connection, these chatbots offer affordable, convenient and anonymous psychological support, using techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and advanced conversational AI algorithms to communicate.

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How The Pandemic Shutdown Opened Public Access To Legislature

Richard Wiens

January 19, 2025 |

Honolulu Civil Beat |

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Response Location: United States, Hawaii

In 2021, as a result of pandemic shutdowns, the Hawaii Legislature instituted new rules allowing more hearings and committee meetings to be recorded and broadcast, giving members of the public the opportunity to access meetings and submit testimony remotely. Last year, more than 2,300 proceedings were recorded and archived, compared to only a few hundred per year before the new rules and technology were put in place.

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Green Microgrids Are Powering a More Resilient Future

Eric Krebs

January 17, 2025 |

Reasons to be Cheerful |

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Response Location: Blue Lake Rancheria, United States, California

Microgrids, small-scale energy systems that can operate either independently or as part of the larger electric grid, are growing in popularity and effectiveness. In one example on tribal land in California, a microgrid saves 25 percent of electricity costs and reduces Blue Lake Rancheria's carbon footprint by hundreds of tons of carbon annually.

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For Ugandan farmers, good fences make good neighbors — of elephants

Ashoka Mukpo

January 13, 2025 |

Mongabay |

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Response Location: Uganda

Though not without controversy, electric fences are helping farmers protect their fields and keep out crop-raiding elephants.

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California Firefighters Use AI to Combat Growing Wildfire Threats

Jason Nelson

January 08, 2025 |

Decrypt |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, California

The ALERT California system is a network of 1,000 cameras using machine learning to identify wildfires in remote, high-risk areas. When a fire is detected, the system sends an alert to operators and emergency responders monitoring the technology. AI helps detect fires sooner, improving firefighting efforts and improving disaster recovery.

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Planting the Future: How a Nigerian University is Tackling Food Insecurity with Agricultural Innovation

Mohammed Dahiru Lawal

January 06, 2025 |

Nigeria Health Watch |

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Response Location: Nigeria, Kano

Bayero University Center for Dryland Agriculture’s Tissue Culture Lab empowers local farmers with advanced research and technology to adapt to climate change and increase food security and nutrition. So far, 22 communities have benefited from the Lab’s expertise, leading to increased food production and fewer health problems caused by inadequate diets.

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Through Discord, The WNC Helene Recovery Community seeks to help Asheville and beyond

Jonathan Golian

December 30, 2024 |

QNotes Carolinas |

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Response Location: United States, North Carolina

The WNC Helene Recovery Community is a Discord server created to help those affected by Hurricane Helene. The server provides a platform for people to connect and support each other, with channels dedicated to various needs, such as healthcare, mutual aid, and recovery updates. The server is designed to be easy to use and navigate, with a team of moderators providing guidance and support. The moderators have also implemented a vetting process to ensure the safety of users and prevent scams.

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When AI Meets Conservation

Manon Verchot, Sanshey Biswas

December 19, 2024 |

Neighbird |

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Response Location: Gabon

Okala, a technology company, has developed smart camera traps equipped with a mini-computer and a satellite connection that, with the help of artificial intelligence, send researchers real-time notifications about which species pass by. Real-time camera alerts are not only helping researchers, but also surrounding communities intent on keeping people and crops safe from wild animals.

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Could pilot programs bringing heat to low-income residents in Denver, NY work in Dallas?

María Ramos Pacheco

December 16, 2024 |

Dallas Morning News |

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Response Location: United States

Pilot projects in New York City and Denver have successfully installed electric heat pumps in a variety of tenant spaces, citing ease of installation, attractive aesthetics, and energy and financial savings as boons for both tenants and the environment. In New York, heat pump units achieved an 85% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and an estimated 50% reduction in fuel costs compared to traditional central steam heating systems.

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The algorithm says crisis. The social worker says trust

Ethan Ward

December 11, 2024 |

AfroLA |

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Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles County social workers are using AI to find people at risk of homelessness before they become unhoused. Instead of traditional programs that wait for people to seek help themselves, this technology is more preventative, allowing social workers to provide assistance ahead of time. The program launched in 2020 and has since served over 400 people.

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