Google has introduced new AI features in Google Earth, powered by its Gemini chatbot, to help users explore climate changes and predict disasters. The upgrade allows people to ask questions about environmental strains in their local areas. It aims to map impacts on communities and ecosystems.
On October 23, 2025, Google announced enhancements to Google Earth that incorporate an AI chatbot based on Gemini technology. This update enables users to pose chatbot-style questions to identify changes in the climate and understand environmental pressures in specific locations, such as their own neighborhoods.
The system is designed to better map Earth's disasters, predict future occurrences, and track which communities and ecosystems are likely to be harmed. For instance, users can inquire about local factors straining the environment, making complex climate data more accessible.
According to reports, these features could eventually extend to forecasting disasters and pinpointing vulnerable populations. Google Earth, long a tool for visualizing the planet, now leverages AI to address the climate crisis more proactively. The upgrades build on existing satellite imagery and data analysis capabilities, focusing on real-time insights into weather disasters and broader climate issues.
While the full rollout details remain unspecified, the initiative highlights growing integration of AI in environmental monitoring. Both Wired and TechRadar covered the announcement, emphasizing its potential to spot issues before they escalate.