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Proveye, an #Irish remote sensing startup, has signed a second contract with the European Space Agency - ESA to develop their platform that integrates #satellite and #drone imagery for grasslands measurements 🇮🇪 🌱 “This contract with ESA marks a significant milestone in our mission to help deliver nature-based solutions that drive climate resilience and sustainable food production,” said Jerome O Connell, CEO. “We are excited to build on our previous success with ESA and continue advancing our technology to support the pressing need to produce more food in a more sustainable manner. Grassland ecosystems are under significant pressure from climate change and intensive agriculture. Our platform empowers farmers to manage grasslands more efficiently, give actionable insights to project owners and provide investors and corporates with empirical evidence on the impact of their nature capital investments.” By utilising remote sensing technology, Proveye’s platform delivers accurate, metric-based data to stakeholders involved in regenerative grassland management and carbon capture projects. This includes farmers, carbon credit purchasers, food processors, investors in natural capital, and insurance companies. https://lnkd.in/dNwhmh3D

Breaking Through Blue Carbon’s Potential: Improving #FoodSecurity Through #SustainableAquaculture UMITRON breaks through blue carbon’s central role in mitigating climate risks and increasing global food security by mapping #bluecarbon to build sustainable aquacultures with the help of Planet satellite data. If Earth contains more water than land, are we maximizing its potential to reduce carbon emissions? Enter blue carbon, nature’s way of removing carbon from the atmosphere and storing it in coastal ecosystems; a natural technology that has been around since time immemorial. UMITRON, a next-generation deeptech company that develops and provides data platforms to aquafarmers, recognized blue carbon’s potential to advance a food-secure and safer blue planet. They install sustainable aquaculture using their combined expertise in #machinelearning, #IoT, and #satelliteremotesensing to achieve their vision. With the vast ocean areas and their restrictions on human activities, mapping blue carbon is not an easy feat. Collecting data is time-consuming, expensive, and labor-intensive. This gap in high-quality functional data affects the industry’s sustainable growth. Aquafarmers have accumulated data from daily operations but are constrained in applying them to actionable insights. UMITRON’s suite of services focuses on every aspect of the industry’s value chain. This approach led them to focus initially on production-focused solutions such as REMORA and CELL. These solutions tackle vital farming operations like feeding while factoring in the adverse environmental effects of these activities. On a broader level, they have tools such as PULSE, a high-resolution ocean data map with near real-time satellite imagery and historical information on water quality conditions. PULSE utilizes our satellite remote sensing capabilities and UMITRON’s powerful algorithms. This unique combination enhances the aquafarmers’ capacity to monitor surrounding waters and better understand the environmental variability around their coastal farms. UNLOCKING SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE FOR GLOBAL IMPACT While working on a blue carbon estimation project, the UMITRON team needed to identify and monitor seagrass growth in an area measuring 100 km2. They started surveying using drones but the coverage and data collected were insufficient. Therefore, they attempted to create a seagrass map from our satellite data. https://lnkd.in/dwEjggNG #aquaculture #fishfarming

🌊 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀: 𝗪𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆! 🌊 We’re excited to announce that #WSense is featured in the latest episode of #OCEAN, a series produced by Euronews in collaboration with the European Commission's DG MARE. This episode highlights our groundbreaking #underwater #communication systems, tested in the Secche della Meloria marine protected area, off Livorno, Italy. From real-time biodiversity monitoring to marine protected area surveillance and even solutions for divers, WSense is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with the Internet of Underwater Things #IoUT. 🐟🌿 This recognition underscores the importance of 𝗯𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 in fostering a sustainable and regenerative #BlueEconomy. With applications in #climatechange mitigation, #circulareconomy promotion, and #nature preservation, our work is part of a larger mission to support Europe’s ecological transition. 🤿 A huge thank you to Denis Loctier and the OCEAN team for spotlighting WSense's innovations in action — and to the #BlueInvest initiative for championing startups and #scaleups like ours in the journey toward sustainable oceans. 📺 Watch the episode in 7 languages, broadcasted across 160 countries, and discover the future of underwater tech: https://lnkd.in/d6_iF5bk #Innovation #MarineTechnology #UnderwaterWiFi #Sustainability #OceanTech

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞? Discover the steps to ensure compliance with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) in our latest essential read on Medium: "EUDR Compliance: Ensuring Your Products Are Deforestation-Free." 📝🌍 🔍 Highlights: ▪ Overview of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) ▪ Importance of preventing deforestation for climate and biodiversity ▪ Key compliance steps and affected industries ▪ How remote sensing and geolocation data can ensure compliance 📡 Mapular’s Expertise: Learn how Mapular helps businesses comply with EUDR using cutting-edge satellite and drone imagery, GIS, and AI to monitor land-use changes and verify deforestation-free products. 👉 Read the Full Article https://lnkd.in/dZcSTgZT Stay compliant and contribute to global sustainability with Mapular. Visit www.mapular.com for more details! #EUDR #Sustainability #DeforestationFree #RemoteSensing #Mapular

“This contract with ESA marks a significant milestone in our mission to help deliver nature-based solutions that drive climate resilience and sustainable food production,” said Jerome O Connell, CEO, Proveye Proveye lands €900k contract with European Space Agency - ESA - Irish company to advance remote measurement and monitoring of nature-based solutions for carbon removal in the world’s grasslands #irish #spacetech #business #space #environment #agriculture https://lnkd.in/ewPaKNkZ

Space research and modern agriculture share surprising parallels in promoting sustainability. Both fields leverage innovation for resilient solutions, from precision agriculture to space-based sensors. They share a commitment to optimizing resource use and mitigating climate impacts for a greener future. Exploring this synergy unlocks potential for sustainable food production and environmental stewardship. Do you see opportunities for synergy between these fields? Share your thoughts… 🌱🚀 #SpaceFarming #SustainableDevelopment #OpinionsWelcome https://lnkd.in/dz4ad9x9

Embracing Smart Technology for Conservation in the Noosa Biosphere 🌿 The Noosa Biosphere Reserve is leading innovation and technology to tackle environmental challenges. As a UNESCO biosphere reserve, our mission is to balance thriving communities with sustainable development and innovative conservation efforts. In Noosa's living laboratory, we’re testing real-world solutions powered by advanced technology to enhance biodiversity and ensure a sustainable future for all. Here’s a closer look at some of the exciting projects in our region making an impact: 🐨 AI-powered drones for Koala detection Partnering with QUT, Noosa & District Landcare is using thermal drones and AI to track local koala populations. The data feeds into a National AI Network, improving accuracy and informing conservation strategies for this iconic species. 🦜 Glossy Black-Cockatoo sound monitoring Bioacoustic recorders are used to track the Glossy Black-Cockatoo’s movements. This technology helps identify feeding and nesting areas, using AI to monitor vast regions without disturbing the birds, contributing to crucial conservation efforts. Bushland Conservation Management 🌾 Keeping Soil in Kin Kin LiDAR technology identifies erosion hotspots and tracks changes in soil elevation. This allows Noosa & District Landcare to remediate erosion hotspots, improving Noosa River's water quality and agricultural productivity across the region. 🦈 Bull Shark tagging We're proud partners in research led by University of the Sunshine Coast tagging bull sharks to monitor their movements and understand their ecology. The data helps inform shark bite mitigation strategies while also improving education for water users about safe practices in our waterways. 🔥 Firetech Connect for Bushfire Resilience Emerging from the 2019 Peregian bushfires, this project powered by Noosa Council's Peregian Digital Hub uses tech like drones and data-driven solutions to build bushfire resilience. It positions Noosa as a leader in bushfire technology innovation. Explore more about these projects in our recent Noosa Today article: https://lnkd.in/g5ZczcFP #NoosaBiosphere #SmartTech

Dublin-based Proveye secures €900k contract with European Space Agency to enhance carbon monitoring in grasslands: Proveye, an Irish remote sensing company, has signed a second contract with the European Space Agency (ESA), valued at nearly €900k. This new contract, under the ARTES Business Applications and Space Solutions Programme, will allow Proveye to advance its platform that integrates satellite and drone imagery with AI for precise measurement and monitoring of carbon.. #Funding #IrelandStartups #IrishTechNews

Modern tech often harms the environment But IdentiFlight can protect wildlife 🦅 For years, bird collisions with wind turbines have been a real issue. In 2013, Loss et al. estimated 140,000 to 328,000 bird deaths annually from U.S. wind turbines alone. A decade later, with wind turbines multiplying globally, and even more expected as we push toward renewable energy targets, the impact on wildlife will be ever greater. Marques et al. (2014) highlight the complexity of bird behavior and the multiple factors 🌦️ weather ⚙️  turbine configuration, 🐤 species characteristics that make predicting collisions a challenge. That’s where IdentiFlight comes in. This AI-powered system detects and classifies birds, in real-time, and with 99% accuracy. It uses high-resolution cameras to track birds from 1.3 km away and issues shutdown commands when necessary. Even better? It reduces bird fatalities while keeping power generation losses to less than 1% annually What excites me most is how this technology is shifting our approach to wind energy and wildlife conservation. With IdentiFlight, we don’t have to choose. It’s not about compromise—it’s about innovation!🚀 Are you excited about the potential for AI in wildlife applications? 😃 Let me know in the comments below 👇

Exciting News from 3DEO: HABIT Project Awarded Funding! We are thrilled to announce that 3DEO has been awarded funding under the first phase of a Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) programme for our ground-breaking HABIT (Harmful Algal Bloom Intelligent Twin) project. This initiative focuses on tackling harmful algal blooms in Lough Neagh, one of Northern Ireland’s most vital natural resources. In partnership with the University of Stirling, the HABIT project will utilise cutting-edge satellite imagery, advanced drone technology, and predictive models to monitor and forecast blue-green algae outbreaks. These harmful algal blooms pose a serious threat to biodiversity, water quality and the communities relying on Lough Neagh. Active Maps will bring together data from multiple sources into a single, intuitive interface, enabling seamless integration of satellite, drone, and in-situ sensor data. This will provide researchers, policymakers, and local stakeholders with actionable insights to protect Lough Neagh and its ecosystems. We extend our gratitude to the UK Space Agency, Department of Agriculture and Rural development, Northern Ireland Government, NI SPACE, and the Northern Ireland Executive for their support and investment in this critical project. Together, we are proud to contribute to the sustainability and resilience of Lough Neagh and the broader fight against climate challenges. Read more: >https://lnkd.in/ewSvRhMW > https://lnkd.in/e_kRHVup > https://lnkd.in/edMTRx5h #HABIT #3DEO #ActiveMaps #Innovation #Sustainability #LoughNeagh #AI #SatelliteImagery #BlueGreenAlgae #EnvironmentalProtection #UKSpaceAgency #DroneTechnology #ClimateResilience #DataVisualisation #SmartSolutions