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Back to EpisodesAI in Environmental Approvals: A Risky Gamble?
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Mining groups in Australia propose a $13 million AI trial for faster environmental approvals, drawing parallels to the Robodebt scandal. Experts warn of potential flawed conservation decisions due to vague laws and lack of human assessors. Conservationists advocate for more human assessors instead, emphasizing the need for solid training data and strict national standards. The government considers AI for simplification, but budget calls are pending, while filling species data gaps remains crucial for smarter decisions.
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