Cities often allocate significant budgets for traffic studies, spending hundreds of thousands of dollars annually to gather data for optimizing traffic signal timings and managing road closures. The City of Louisville, Kentucky, faced this challenge, paying for traditional traffic analyses that yielded only static reports. However, they decided to pivot and harness real-time congestion data made available to governments through the Waze Connected Citizens Program. By integrating this data with additional resources such as built environment statistics and accident reports, Louisville was able to conduct advanced analytics in the cloud.
Transforming the World with AI Applications
by the AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 07 MAR 2023
in Education, Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector
There isn’t a universal archetype for the ideal user, customer, or developer of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies. AWS is democratizing access to AI and ML through managed services that enable anyone to incorporate intelligence into their applications. This accessibility has led to innovative applications of AI and ML, particularly among public sector organizations dedicated to making a positive impact. Discover how various public sector entities are redefining the use of AI to tackle significant challenges. For further insights, take a look at another blog post here.
Leveraging Data in Education: A Pathway to Success
by the AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 21 FEB 2023
in Education, Public Sector
Educators are increasingly turning to data analytics to identify and address gaps in educational outcomes. This trend is evident among higher education institutions seeking to personalize learning experiences and improve results, as well as policymakers looking to enhance teaching methods and efficiency. AWS’s “Four Steps to Success” serves as a strategic guide for leaders eager to adopt innovative tools to better utilize the data they collect. For expert opinions on data use in education, refer to this authority on the topic.
Using Machine Learning to Prevent Future Famines
by the AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 29 NOV 2022
in Nonprofit, Public Sector
In partnership with Amazon Web Services and other tech companies, the United Nations, World Bank, and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) launched the Famine Action Mechanism (FAM). This global initiative aims to avert future famines, which have historically been addressed too late, often resulting in significant loss of life.
Improving Hurricane Wind Speed Predictions with AI
by the AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 19 OCT 2022
in Public Sector
Enhanced accuracy in estimating hurricane wind speeds can lead to more informed decisions regarding evacuations and disaster response, ultimately saving lives and property. Currently, the National Hurricane Center utilizes a manual technique known as the Dvorak method to estimate wind speeds every three to six hours. However, AI specialists from NASA’s IMPACT team and Development Seed developed the Deep Learning-Based Hurricane Intensity Estimator to automate this process.
Highlights from the 2022 IMAGINE Conference: A Global Education Forum
by the AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 15 AUG 2022
in Education, Public Sector
Coinciding with the back-to-school season of 2022, nearly 600 students, educators, university leaders, and business executives from 14 countries convened in Seattle, Washington. The conference focused on how cloud technology can address educational challenges and opportunities, emphasizing three key themes: innovation, the role of machine learning in education, and preparing the workforce of the future.
Fishackathon: Promoting Ocean and Fishery Sustainability
by the AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 02 AUG 2022
in Public Sector, Sustainability
According to the World Wildlife Fund, approximately three billion people depend on wild-caught and farmed seafood as their primary protein source. Yet, the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization estimates that 85% of marine fish stocks are fully exploited or overfished. To address this issue, the annual Fishackathon, initially organized by the U.S. Secretary of State’s Office of Global Partnerships in 2014 and hosted this year in collaboration with HackerNest, took place in over 40 cities worldwide.
Canadian Innovators in AI Showcase Their Creations
by the AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 09 JUL 2022
in Public Sector
Our Canadian partners gathered to present their latest innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) applications, highlighting the positive impact of this technology on various sectors.
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