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From pixels to planning: Earth AI for nature restoration

Michelangelo Conserva, Research Scientist, and Charlotte Stanton, Senior Program Manager, Google Research We developed a high-resolution deep learning framework to reveal fine-scale ecological features, like hedgerows and copses, that are typically invisible to standard satellite detection. This precise vector data offers a new pathway to address the climate and biodiversity crises on working lands without compromising food security. Quick links Vectorized Farmscapes 2020 Farmscapes 2020 Share Copy link × Forests are more than just clusters of trees; they are critical systems that sequester carbon, filter water, and support the biodiversity on which humanity depends. As the world strives to mitigate the climate crisis and halt biodiversity loss , increasing forest habitat is a global priority. The difficulty lies in land use. With a growing population, the demand for food is increasing, and expanding large-scale forests inevitably competes with the agricultural land needed to meet that demand. …

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16 Jun 2026 17:30 UTC