Data-Driven EnviroLab

Take a look at the latest Net Zero Tracker analysis, which highlights the growing nexus between carbon-intensive trade and global decarbonization — with a focus on India.

BREAKING: India's exports and jobs hinge on accelerating the clean transition

Our latest report, the third in our series of four exploring the Net Zero–Trade Nexus, explores how carbon intensity is shaping India’s export outcomes.

📘 Read here: zerotracker.net/analysis/ind...

We're excited about the new Yale Environmental Data Science Certificate.

The course has an online flexible format, generous scholarships, and great instructors including DDL Director Angel Hsu. Applications are open and rolling.

Apply below 👇
Applications close 7/31
Program starts 10/2/2025

Following the release of our 2025 Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor, it's time to spotlight the @netzerotracker.bsky.social — a project that monitors the credibility of 4,000+ net-zero targets.

The 2025 Net Zero Stocktake is coming soon.
🔗 zerotracker.net

Check out more details on our lab's Urban Heat work here: datadrivenlab.org/project/expl...

Our early heat monitoring data in Raleigh, pictured below, showed our sensors measuring daytime Heat Index - a measure that combines air temperature and humidity - with average heat index exceeding 110 and some locations experiencing heat index values greater than 120!

Recently, the Southeastern US has been experiencing a heat dome phenomenon, with some of the highest temperatures here in the Triangle, exceeding 100°F. This photo, captured by Katherine, shows pavement on 15-501 in Durham buckling under the heat after several consecutive days of extreme heat.

We're testing whether reflective road coatings like titanium dioxide can reduce heat stress at the neighborhood scale. Using our low-cost sensor methodology, we’re monitoring air temp, humidity, and heat index on Raleigh's cool pavements, being installed this summer. 🌡️🌆

☀️This summer, DDL RAs Katherine Burley Farr & Scout Correa are continuing our work on urban heat stress in the Triangle. They're leading our new Cool Pavements analysis in Raleigh, NC.

🧵Read more below 👇

Storm Response Information for Carrboro, NC -- Tuesday, July 8, 2025

ℹ️ https://monkeylink.co/a8ae2a

Durham's Historic Hayti considered an urban heat island Experts said the historic Hayti community is considered an urban heat island, which means temperatures there could be anywhere from four to seven degrees hotter than anywhere else in the city.

🏙️ 🌡️ What makes an urban heat island (UHI)?

In an ABC11 WTVD-TV interview, Sarah Berk a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the DDL, highlights key factors that cause Durham's historic Hayti community to be designated as a UHI.

📽️ Watch the full interview here: abc11.com/videoClip/16...

🔔 Volunteer remotely for an hour a week with the @netzerotracker.bsky.social‬ zerotracker.net/volunteering

🌏 Gain practical experience collecting climate policy data

📝 Apply now to kickstart your own climate career

🌟 Meet our Summer RAs! 🌟

Scout Correa & Andrew Martin bring expertise in env. health, policy & defense to DDL. Excited for their work on cool pavements & UESI!

👉 Learn more: datadrivenlab.org/featured/int...

🌍📉 NEW REPORT OUT NOW

🔍 What happens when a country’s trade partners move faster on net zero than it does? Our analysis finds South Africa faces rising economic and risk as major export markets tighten climate standards.

Read the full report here: zerotracker.net/analysis/sou...

Inside the AI Lab Taking on Climate Misinformation - Climate Confident In this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I’m joined by Angel Hsu, associate professor at UNC Chapel Hill and founder of the Data-Driven EnviroLab. We dive deep into how AI can be used to…

🎙️New Podcast!

In this conversation, @profangelhsu.bsky.social‬, Associate Professor at University of North Carolina and founder of @datadrivenlab.bsky.social‬, joins
‪@tomraftery.com to delve into pressing climate and sustainability issues.

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The Future of Climate AI: Insights from CLAIM At our CLAIM… | Data-Driven EnviroLab The Future of Climate AI: Insights from CLAIM At our CLAIM workshop—Climate Action in the Age of AI: Can Intelligent Systems Save the Planet?—this question sparked urgent dialogue. Over 1.5 days, we ...

The Future of Climate AI: Insights from CLAIM

Last week, DDL hosted our CLAIM workshop—Climate Action in the Age of AI: Can Intelligent Systems Save the Planet?

The star-studded event featured far too many insights to fit in a single skeet, so check them all out on our LinkedIn!

ChatNDC - AI for climate policy

They delve deep into the application of AI in the domain of reliable, verifiable climate data, exploring how we have designed our climate-specific chatbots to avoid 'hallucinations,' common among generic chatbots, and help solve transparency issues with climate data.
🔹 ChatNDC.org
🔹 ChatNetZero.ai

YouTube video by Tom Raftery: Sustainability & Climate Talks This AI Exposes Greenwashing in Net Zero Pledges

🎧 Listen to this week's ClimateConfident podcast with @tomraftery.com featuring DDL director @profangelhsu.bsky.social!

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🎙️ Watch the pod here on YouTube: youtu.be/N2329FCrzM8?...

The AI Climate Tools You Can Actually Trust: ChatNetZero and ChatNDC Explained AI tools have revolutionized many fields but often provide inaccurate climate information. Researchers developed ChatNetZero.ai and ChatNDC.org to ensure reliable climate data, countering misleading AI outputs. As governments and corporations make net zero pledges, accurate tools are crucial for informed decision-making and restoring trust in climate policies.

The AI Climate Tools You Can Actually Trust: ChatNetZero and ChatNDC Explained

AI tools have revolutionized many fields but often provide inaccurate climate information. Researchers developed ChatNetZero.ai and ChatNDC.org to ensure reliable climate data, countering misleading AI outputs. As…

Climate Action in the Age of AI: Can Intelligent Systems Save the Planet?

🗓️ Tuesday, May 27
⏰ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Hyde Hall (University Room), UNC Chapel Hill

Register: eventbrite.com/e/claim-work...

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Climate Action in the Age of AI: Can Intelligent Systems Save the Planet?

Register here for the in-person event in Chapel Hill: lnkd.in/gt_XjxqC

The event will also be livestreamed! Sign-up to view the livestream here: lnkd.in/ejsTH5a3

Featuring:
🧠A new fine-tuned algorithm evaluated by a team of researchers increasing objectivity and ensuring traceable, evidence-based responses.
📖A new data catalog, with the ability to direct chat with countries’ NDC commitments, subnational climate plans, and corporate sustainability reports.

Say Hello to ChatNetZero 2.0! ✨

The world's first AI-powered large language model dedicated to demystifying climate and net-zero commitments is getting smarter, sharper, and more evidence-driven.

Learn more here: datadrivenlab.org/featured/evi...

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Climate Action in the Age of AI: Can Intelligent Systems Save the Planet?
📅 Tue, May 27th
⌚ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
📍 University Room in UNC's Hyde Hall
🎓 CLE credit for UNC students
🥗 Free catered lunch for registered participants

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Join us for a half-day event featuring interactive panels with experts:
Panel 1) AI - buzzword or a breakthrough for climate solutions?
Panel 2) How can AI support building better climate governance and accountability?
Panel 3) What role can AI play in managing climate and market risks?

🚨 We're Hosting an Event - Register Today! 🚨

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Climate Action in the Age of AI: Can Intelligent Systems Save the Planet?
📅 Tue, May 27th
⌚ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
📍 University Room in UNC's Hyde Hall
🎓 CLE credit for UNC students
🥗 Free catered lunch for registered participants

CLAIM Workshop - Center for Climate Leadership & AI-driven Integrity & Mitigation!

Take part in interactive panels with experts in AI, climate policy, corporate sustainability, & science comms as we explore credible, responsible uses of AI in climate action.

📍 Hyde Hall | May 27th
🎟️ Register below

Curious about Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)? Try ChatNDC, an innovative platform designed to transform the analysis and understanding of global climate policies!

Ask questions, get insights, and learn more: chatndc.org/home

Don't miss out on the chance to learn from leading experts in AI, climate policy, corporate sustainability, and science communication!

Join us for the CLAIM Workshop on Tuesday, May 27th at 9:00 AM.

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