Google Maps Platform launches new APIs for environmental data and predictions

Google Maps Platform has announced the expansion of its capabilities with the introduction of new Environment APIs: Solar, Air Quality, and Pollen. These APIs are designed to empower developers to create solutions and insights related to environmental sustainability.

The Solar API aims to boost solar adoption and deployment by providing precise data and insights specifically for solar companies. With features like Building Insights and Data Layers, the Solar API can offer quick viability insights and detailed system design information. This API employs artificial intelligence, merging Google Maps Platform with Project Sunroof and Google Earth imagery to deliver accurate solar information.

In addition to the Solar API, the Air Quality API provides reliable air quality data, allowing for visualization through heatmaps, and details about pollutants. This API integrates data from multiple sources, including government monitoring, sensors, meteorological data, and satellites, to help users make informed decisions.

The Pollen API, another new addition, provides up-to-date pollen information globally. This tool can assist individuals suffering from allergies in making informed decisions. The Pollen API provides localized pollen count data, heatmap visualizations, plant allergen information, and tips for reducing allergies. The model calculates pollen levels and exposure risk based on inputs such as land cover, climatological data, and annual pollen production.

If you want to learn about all the updates in detail, you can visit the official announcement here.