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Ecosia: The greenest AI is here

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While the AI race is raging, we’ve been building a better alternative. One that’s helpful, private, and optional — and that puts the planet first.

AI, but thoughtful

AI-powered chatbots and search tools are fast becoming the way people ask questions online. To meet this moment — and to keep using 100% of our profits for the planet — we’re rolling out two features today, alongside a refreshed look.

Overviews give you a quick summary at the top of your search results, always with citations so you can explore the original sources yourself.

Prefer the classic experience? You can turn Overviews off with a single click.

For more detailed questions or ongoing conversations, try AI Search — an interactive chat mode where you can ask anything, from plant-based recipes to travel ideas. You can also receive eco tips rooted in the latest environmental science, if you choose.

As a not-for-profit company, we can afford to do things differently. AI Search uses smaller, more efficient models, and we avoid energy-heavy features like video generation altogether.

AI that answers to the planet

Reducing AI’s footprint isn’t enough — we’re here to make a positive impact. That’s why we generate more renewable energy than our AI features use, from 100% clean sources like solar and wind.

We’ve invested €18M in renewable energy projects — expanding solar parks and adding clean power to the grid. The energy we generate helps displace fossil fuels and accelerate the transition to renewable energy.

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