Practical AI Engaging with governments on AI for good
Dec 14, 2020
Emily Martinez, the Interoperability unit chief at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, shares insights on how AI can enhance public health initiatives. She discusses the critical need for equitable data usage, particularly in healthcare and renewable energy. The conversation highlights innovative approaches to leveraging government data during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on privacy and accessibility. Emily also emphasizes the importance of community engagement and addressing disparities through careful, race-conscious data analysis.
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CO2 Impact Calculation
- Danya Murali uses EIA data to calculate customers' carbon footprints from residential electricity use.
- This involves combining EIA data on power plant emissions with individual customer usage data.
Energy Data Resources
- Explore EIA.gov and EPA's Green Energy Calculator for energy data.
- Utilize Kaggle for diverse datasets, including healthcare and energy, and collaborative analysis.
Race-Conscious Analysis
- Practice race-conscious data analysis, not race-blind analysis.
- Consider race and socioeconomic factors like zip codes to ensure equitable impact.