Google Research teams have been studying the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and driving trends from Google Maps to optimize traffic flows and reduce emissions. Traffic congestion is not just a source of frustration.
It also poses environmental challenges, and a recent study highlights the significant role of road transportation in global greenhouse gas emissions. Urban intersections emerged as particularly problematic, with pollution levels as high as 29 times those on open roads.
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