AI peatland restoration project announced as winner of Civil Service Data Challenge

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Felled plantation to restore peatland | Credits: LHOON via Creative Commons
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Felled plantation to restore peatland | Credits: LHOON via Creative Commons

Winning idea was chosen for its potential to help contribute to the net zero emissions and nature targets

A project that will use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to support peatland restoration projects was last week announced as the winner of the Civil Service Data Challenge. The "Dragon's Den"...

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