Future Tense The cities that create rain; AI in warfare; and do carbon offsets really work?
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Dec 5, 2024 In this engaging discussion, Professor Dev Niyogi reveals how urban design shapes rainfall patterns, introducing the intriguing 'wet island effect.' Dr. Megan Evans questions the efficacy of carbon trading schemes, shedding light on unexpected pollution consequences. Meanwhile, Professor Toni Erskine explores the ethical dilemmas of AI in warfare, addressing its impacts on decision-making and the potential loss of human judgment. Together, they tackle pressing issues at the intersection of climate change, urban planning, and military technology.
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Carbon Credit Concerns
- Australian carbon credit schemes, especially Human Induced Forest Regeneration (HIRs), face scrutiny.
- Research suggests widespread inaccuracies, including crediting areas never cleared and existing forest cover.
AI in Warfare
- AI's role in warfare is increasing, raising concerns about decision-making.
- Current AI systems could influence war decisions or even automate actions like cyber counterattacks.
Four Complications of AI in Warfare
- AI in warfare presents four complications: displacement of human judgment, automation bias, algorithmic opacity, and organizational pathologies.
- These complications pose significant risks to strategic decision-making and conflict escalation.