TechCrunch Startup News Rainmaker partners with Atmo to squeeze more rain from clouds
Jul 17, 2025
Discover the groundbreaking collaboration between Rainmaker and Atmo as they merge cloud-seeding technology with AI to boost rain efficiency. Learn how deep learning models are used to identify clouds ripe for seeding. The discussion also clears up common myths surrounding cloud seeding, presenting fascinating scientific insights that highlight its effectiveness. This partnership promises to harness technology to enhance weather outcomes in revolutionary ways.
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AI Boosts Cloud Seeding Potential
- Rainmaker partners with Atmo for targeted cloud seeding using AI.
- Atmo forecasts clouds, while Rainmaker seeds clouds with drones and measures rain output.
Cloud Seeding's Limited Impact
- Cloud seeding can slightly increase precipitation but can't cause large storms or floods.
- Rainfall boosts from seeding in West Texas are modest, about 15% increase annually.