AI can leave a staggering carbon footprint, but it can also help us fight climate change. Unsurprisingly, Google has been keen to highlight the field’s more positive impacts. On Tuesday, the tech giant unveiled two new AI-powered attempts to support sustainable travel. The first is eco-friendly routing for Google Maps. The service has been updated with a new model that’s designed to reduce a driver’s carbon footprint. The model analyzes factors such as road incline and traffic congestion to display the most fuel-efficient route. As well as cutting carbon emissions, the feature could help users save money on gas. But…

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