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Google Maps Green Light: traffic light optimization in Germany too!

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Google Maps Green Light: traffic light optimization in Germany too!

The digitization of traffic reaches a new level as Google now collects user data from Maps used to revolutionize urban traffic flow. While many use their smartphones as their primary Navigation instrument use, Google Maps is much more than just a navigation app. With the “Green Light” project Google wants to use the data to make urban transport networks more efficient. With this initiative, Google, in cooperation with city administrations worldwide, is enabling traffic flow through a Optimization of traffic light switching to improve. This is done by accessing real-time user data, which can pinpoint intersections that need optimization.

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Google Maps Green Light: traffic light optimization in Germany too!

Google's artificial intelligence analyzes the data, identifies bottlenecks and suggests improvements Traffic light switching before. The background to the initiative is not just the desire for smoother traffic. It is also about counteracting the environmental impact of urban transport. By reducing the number of stops, you can Pollutant emissions and fuel consumption be minimized. Google emphasizes that traffic at intersections is a significant problem, with pollution at the points up to 29 times higher than on roads where traffic flows smoothly. A special highlight of the project is the collaboration with Hamburg.

Hamburg is testing Google Maps Green Light

The Hanseatic city of Hamburg has taken the initiative and is the first German city to work with Google as part of the Green Light Project works together. Interestingly, cities do not have to burden themselves with resources or special preparations. Everything runs over the existing one Google Maps infrastructure, which provides city planners with valuable data and recommendations. For other interested cities, Google has one Registration procedure furnished. Through a simple Online Form you can apply for a partnership in the Green Light project. Image credit: Google / Images are partly AI-generated for visualization

Google Maps Green Light: traffic light optimization in Germany too!

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