Google is seeking US regulatory approval to release up to 32 million bacteria-infected mosquitoes in California and Florida to combat disease-carrying mosquitoes.
The initiative aims to reduce mosquito populations by introducing treated insects that can interfere with reproduction and transmission of mosquito-borne diseases.
The release will occur over two years in targeted locations with high mosquito activity and disease spread.
The treated mosquitoes will be exposed to bacteria that impair their reproductive capabilities, helping to reduce the population of disease-transmitting insects.
Authorities will evaluate safety data, environmental impact, and monitoring plans before approving the program, which is part of wider initiatives to control mosquito-borne diseases without relying on conventional insecticides.
