SOCIO-BEE’s Post

Don't forget! Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, 18 September, 11am-12:45pm CEST for the SOCIO-BEE final event. We will share the technological developments carried out over the course of the project, as well as the countless engagement strategies deployed to facilitate these communities (our ‘hives’), to favour an effective change in their way of understanding and dealing with hashtag #airpollution. We will also share, as a final reflection, the lessons learned during these 36 months and recommendations for working with hashtag #citizenscience methodologies to foster the assembly of these communities. If you work or have worked on similar projects, are interested in hashtag #airquality monitoring or plan to work with communities using citizen science methodologies to bring about hashtag #behaviouralchange, join us and participate in this event. https://lnkd.in/diiA9BrX

By establishing #GREENGAGE Observatories, we are continuously #empowering local communities to engage actively with #environmentalchallenges. 💚🌿 With the deployment of portable environmental sensors provided by our GREENGAGE partner HOPU, we are making it possible for volunteering citizens to participate in the monitoring and solution-finding processes for air quality issues in our Italian pilot areas. 🌫️🌍 This initiative not only helps in gathering crucial data but also ensures that the voices and concerns of the local communities are at the forefront of environmental #policymaking. We believe that through such active participation and collaboration, we can foster more #sustainable and #resilient communities. #ClimateAction #CitizenScience #EnvironmentalMonitoring #Sustainability #GreenInitiatives #HorizonEurope #AirQuality #HealthyLiving

👋 We are happy to announce the following four workshops that our partners have lined up for you for the #PlasticPiratesSummit on 5-6 November: 🌊 Workshop 1: What is needed to become a blue citizen? Workshop lead: EU4Ocean Coalition ACTeon environment Prep4Blue Blue Mission Banos Project VLIZ - Flanders Marine Institute 🌊 Workshop 2: Riverine data on (plastic) pollution – How to streamline data collection and management? Introducing Quality Control and Assurance into citizen science. Workshop lead: Joint Research Centre (JRC), European Commission 🌊 Workshop 3: How to upscale, maintain and coordinate Citizen Science in the Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters' objectives? Workshop lead: OTTERS Project 🌊 Workshop 4: Inclusive Approaches to Citizen Science – How to build trust in Science through Participation?  Workshop lead: Ciência Viva Check out all workshop details here: https://lnkd.in/eEVKrpdf And don’t forget to register, if you haven’t yet! #PlasticPiratesEU #plasticfree #plasticpollution #missionocean #OurOcean #ForTheOcean #SDG14 #BlueCitizen #OceanLiteracy #EU4Ocean #citizenscience

Community air monitoring is a vital practice aimed at safeguarding public health and environmental quality by monitoring air pollutants in residential, industrial, and urban areas. Sensible EDP's recent blog discusses benefits and best practices for helping communities respond to environmental guidelines and community health standards. By proactively accessing real-time data from a variety of sensors, the Sensible Environmental Data Platform (EDP) empowers communities in their quest for cleaner, healthier environments and helps ensure their monitoring is accurate, efficient, and effective. See how here https://hubs.ly/Q02vyGsn0

🌿 Interview with Sachit Mahajan: How open data is empowering communities to track air quality and protect our planet! 🌍📊 #OpenData #ClimateAction https://lnkd.in/esQbqEK3

Registration is now open for the online conference "LIFE in COOL CITY. How does nature support cities in the face of climate change?" Have you ever wondered…  ➡ How remote sensing, modern geospatial technologies, and nature-based solutions can help cities adapt to climate change?   ➡ How satellite data supports the management of blue-green infrastructure across Europe?   ➡ How to effectively implement and monitor blue-green infrastructure in the city?   ➡Where planting a tree brings the greatest benefit to the city?  … then join to the online event on June 18, 2024, at 11:00 AM!     ➡https://lnkd.in/duJHER32 LIFECOOLCITY Consortium invites city representatives responsible for blue-green infrastructure, green management, environmental protection, and urban adaptation to climate change, as well as scientists, NGO, and everyone interested in the topics of climate change, cities, and green spaces. During the conference, city representatives will learn how they can engage in consultancy activities related to the LIFECOOLCITY Project and receive a free analysis of the state of the blue-green infrastructure in their city. The conference will be held in Polish with translation into English. Visit the LIFECOOLCITY Project website for more details: https://lnkd.in/dTfA_DnB #LCC #LIFECOOLCITY #LIFEAmplifier #LIFEprogramme #LIFEproject #GIS #remotesensing #naturebasedsolutions #greeninfrastructure #cities #climatechange #greencity

We're proud to share that we, in partnership with Waterford City & County Council's Climate Action Team, have launched the ScoilAer project—a groundbreaking initiative leveraging our STRIAD:AIR technology. Supported by €20,000 in funding through the European Union’s Horizon Europe programme and its IMPETUS initiative, this project equips over 1,000 students from De La Salle College and Waterpark College with the tools and knowledge to map safer, healthier walking routes to school while reducing pollution exposure. Dr. Rachel Finn, Head of Irish Operations, highlighted the students’ excitement: "Combining environmental readings with advanced analytics really opened their eyes to how AI can have positive impacts on climate action and community wellbeing." Learn more about this project and its impact here: https://lnkd.in/ewkPEG-5 #AIForGood #ClimateAction #SustainableCities #ActiveTravel #EducationInnovation

With nearly 5,000 clean-up events recorded across the Great Southern Reef since the beginning of 2021, the community's response to keeping our coast and oceans clean has been formidable. Thanks to Tangaroa Blue Foundation and partners, over 216 tonnes of debris have been removed by nearly 23,000 participants, clearing over 3.4 million items from the marine environment. These figures are a testament to the power of collective action and the pivotal role of citizen science in shaping a sustainable future for our oceans. Local clean-up groups, educational programs, and citizen science initiatives are instrumental in not only removing debris but also in preventing further pollution. By participating in local clean-ups and advocating for sustainable practices, every individual can contribute to the health and longevity of the Great Southern Reef. One easy and effective way to contribute is by utilising the Australian Marine Debris Initiative (AMDI) Data Collection App. The app allows you to record and submit data from clean-up activities. Whether it’s a solo effort along a local beach or a community event, every piece of data collected is valuable. By logging the types and quantities of debris collected, you’re contributing vital information that bolsters the growing body of evidence needed to guide government policy, community action, and industry best practices. #GreatSouthernReef #AMDI

Join me tomorrow at this webinar when I speak about the drivers behind bringing #nature into our cities, and all the benefits it brings. Thanks UN Global Compact Network UK for the invitation! UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) #urbangreening #naturebasedsolutions

ACT's Executive Director, Dr. Alison Shaw, has just authored this Policy Options article, highlighting the importance of nature-based solutions for multi-solving some of the most pressing issues affecting our communities today. The article showcases key concepts of ACT's Natural Solutions Initiative, calling for a change in narrative towards more cohesive and systemic planning and implementation of nature-based solutions that prioritizes watershed health and resilience, and connects nature-based solutions at all scales to broader ecological processes and the ecosystem services they provide. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gjvv62Hd.