Tecnologia Verde

<< Background >>The motivation for the creation and registration of the GreenTech project appeared from the complementary needs of ECO and ZK, with the objective of expanding their actions and impacts, combining their specialties. ECO was able to integrate digital technologies into its activities, optimizing project monitoring and empowering its team and the local community with advanced tools and knowledge in environmental conservation. The partnership with ZK provided access to innovative resources and methodologies, strengthening environmental education and expanding the reach of the organization's activities. ZK, in turn, expanded its operations in Europe, applying its technology in favor of the environment and establishing connections with local partners with practical knowledge about the challenges of the region. The project also promoted collaboration between different sectors, empowering people with digital tools and encouraging active participation in environmental conservation. GreenTech allowed both organizations to achieve their goals, share knowledge, develop innovative solutions, and contribute to a more sustainable future, driving the mission of promoting sustainability and environmental regeneration.<< Objectives >>The GreenTech project was designed to address environmental issues such as sustainability, regeneration, and biodiversity, empowering citizens and organizations and promoting behavioral changes regarding consumption and lifestyle. The goal was to create an international and intersectoral partnership aimed at providing participants with knowledge and skills in new technologies for the environment and in citizen science. The focus was to integrate the knowledge between an environmental association in Portugal (ECO) and a technology company in Italy (ZK), from a perspective of sustainability and effective active citizenship.The specific objectives of the project were: to provide high-quality educational activities on technology for biodiversity and sustainability; to learn about and incorporate digital tools for environmental sustainability into educational activities; to contribute to participants interacting and promoting active digital citizenship in favor of the environment; to develop digital skills for innovation in different areas of environmental intervention; and to promote equality of access and inclusion, encouraging the acquisition of digital skills and prioritizing refugee students.<< Implementation >>A1. Content - Knowledge transfer and sharing between partners: In this activity, focused on the Beira Interior region, ECO and ZK exchanged experiences and knowledge, developing a survey of the main environmental activities that contribute to ecosystem regeneration (D1), and a survey of innovative technologies (D2) that can be applied in these contexts.A2. Environmental Technology - Production of pilot content for citizens: Practical actions were carried out in the field, applying innovative environmental technologies. An area of 134 hectares in the region was analyzed using high-resolution satellite images, combined with Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence systems to identify native and invasive species and map habitats. The results and learnings were shared with the public.A3. Environmental Technology - Production of pilot content for professionals: The focus was the production of content for professionals. Practical field activities were carried out on methodological tools for mapping, such as drones and satellite images. The main result was the creation of a Strategic Conservation and Regeneration Plan (D3).<< Results >>OUTPUTS: Three final documents were produced: D1 - Survey of key regenerative activities for Cova da Beira; D2 - Survey of technologies that enhance regenerative activities; D3 - Strategic plan for ecosystem regeneration.KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER: Exchange of knowledge and experiences between ECO and ZK, through the DPT and practical activities.About 9 professionals from ECO were involved in the DPT and 6 from ZK.CAPACITY BUILDING: Training of citizens and professionals in environmental technologies and methodologies for mapping and identifying species. We had about 50 people involved in our activities.COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Promotion of active community participation in conservation and environmental regeneration actions.PARTNERSHIP STRENGTHENING: The collaboration between ECO and ZK was strengthened, opening doors for future partnerships and joint projects.The project also generated other positive impacts, such as raising community awareness of environmental issues, developing new skills, and strengthening the network of collaboration between different actors in the environmental field, which is essential for the future implementation of the strategic plan defined in D3, focused on 7 habitats of significant importance.