Environmental assessment with new methods and new technology, for a new era

Important results from the project

The concept of a low-cost measurement node is feasible, including precise localization and analysis of noise in real-times. The goals are not fulfilled, but the foundation for further development is laid. Results demonstrate the need for better collaboration between engineering, law and administration. Evaluation of smart contracts and distributed ledgers shows potential for secure and traceable management of social data, however use of Inter Ledger Protocol are limited by regulatory obstacles.

Expected long term effects

The project´s developed technology platform enables precise time stamping and distributed measurement nodes that can be used for, for example, gunshot noise and event monitoring. It creates the conditions for new applications, synchronized analysis of societal data and globally scalable measurement systems at low cost. In the long term, this is expected to provide lasting improvements in data quality, decision support and environmental monitoring through continuous, verifiable information.

Approach and implementation

The project was implemented through the development of technical demonstrators for precise time stamping, distributed ledgers and low-cost measurement nodes, combined with attempts at dialogue with authorities and actors in environmental assessment. Planned in-depth interviews were partially carried out, but participation was limited. The work therefore focused on the development of a technical and conceptual platform as well as test and analysis of barriers linked to open data and collaboration