TriplePundit
6 March 2026
AI Helps Protect Orcas from Noisy Ships in Washington’s Puget Sound
Why It Matters for ITAD
This industry news may have implications for IT asset disposal and recycling operations.
Endangered orcas are struggling to survive in the Puget Sound. Among other threats, noise from ships in the busy corridor can drown out the orcas’ communication and disrupt their use of echolocation to hunt. A new thermal imaging camera uses AI to spot whales and alert passing ships when they’re nearby.TriplePundit
Key Takeaways
- • AI Helps Protect Orcas from Noisy Ships in Washington’s Puget Sound.
