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Enhancing Traffic Safety and Accident Prevention
This use case focuses on projects dedicated to enhancing traffic safety and accident prevention, addressing a range of pressing challenges faced on the roads. Efforts are underway to combat the issue of speeding and reduce the frequence of road accidents. Portugal is grappling with the challenge of ensuring trains align properly with station platforms, enhancing safety for commuters. Meanwhile, other projects actively working on initiatives to reduce driver errors that often result in accidents, promoting safer roads for all. Other projects are tackling the problem of timely road damage identification and repair, aiming to minimize hazards for drivers. Additionally, Belgium for instance is developing strategies to effectively manage road conditions during winter, mitigating risks associated with slippery roads. Each of these projects contributes to the overarching goal of creating safer roadways and more secure transportation systems, ultimateyl striving for fewer accidents and smoother journeys for everyone.
Projects
Discover innovative solutions to make roads safer and journeys smoother.
| ID | Problem | Solution | AI Classification | Location |
| 001 | The roads get slippery in winter and it's hard to decided when and how much to spread salt to prevent this | A tool that helps keep roads safe during winter by suggesting when and how to spread anti-ice materials | Reasoning, Automated reasoning, Planning and Scheduling | Germany |
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E-scooter riders have safety issues while riding in the city | Improving safety of small transport vehicles using computer vision | Perception, Computer Vision, Machine Learning | Germany |
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People make mistakes while driving which can lead to accidents | An aid to make driving safer and more efficient by predicting and suggesting optimal actions | Perception, Computer Vision, Machine Learning | Germany |
| 004 | Roads get damaged and it's hard to find and fix the damage quickly | A tool that assesses road conditions to prevent damage | Perception, Computer Vision, Machine Learning | Germany |
| 005 | People drive too fast and have accidents on the road | Improving road safety by monitoring vehicle details and speed | Perception, Computer Vision, Machine Learning | Germany |
Environmental data analysis, monitoring and prediction tools
Environmental data analysis, monitoring and prediction tools
This use case tackles projects that aim to monitor the status of natural resources and predict potential risks to the environment.
For instance, in the Netherlands, there's a challenge in regularly checking the health and growth of plants over large areas. Similarly, in Slovenia, cities are grappling with high consumption of water and gas, and heavy traffic, all of which have significant environmental impacts. Another example is Belgium, where there's a concern about dangerous materials under the sea that could harm both the environment and people.
These projects are crucial in providing data analysis, monitoring, and prediction tools that help in the early detection of environmental risks and the implementation of preventive measures. Each project represents a step towards a more sustainable future, where we can better understand and protect our environment.
Projects
Discover innovative solutions that monitor the status of natural resources and can predict potential risks to environment.
| ID | Problem | Solution | Location |
| 172 | There is difficulty in regularly checking the health and growth of plants in a large area. | Using technology to monitor and protect sensitive plants from harmful substances. | Netherlands |
| 200 | Cities consume too much water, gas, and cause a lot of traffic. | A tool to monitor and manage city resources usage. | Slovenia |
| 233 | There are dangerous materials under the sea that could harm the environment and people. | A solution to safely remove dumped ammunition from the sea. | Belgium |
| 292 | Predicting weather changes and their effects is difficult. | Improve weather prediction using advanced technology. | France |
| 305 | Plants and trees are getting sick with diseases. | A tool that identifies sickness in plants and trees. | Netherlands |
| 307 | Farmers struggle to detect harmful organisms in their crops. | An AI tool that helps find harmful organisms in crops using drone images. | Netherlands |
| 349 | Unknown companies might be harming the environment. | A tool to identify potential environmental risks from unknown sources. | Netherlands |
| 374 | There is too much litter in public spaces. | An automated system to identify and classify litter in public spaces. | Netherlands |
| 519 | Sea creatures are getting sick and there's no way to predict or warn about it. | A system that predicts and warns about shellfish health issues. | Portugal |
| 531 | Forest fires are causing damage to the environment and releasing harmful gases. | A tool that helps manage and reduce forest fires using various data sources. | Italy |
Optimizing energy use and production
Optimizing energy use and production
This use case tackles projects aimed at optimizing energy use and production, addressing a myriad of challenges.
In Denmark, for instance, there's a struggle with excessive water and energy consumption, coupled with concerns about water cleanliness. Norway, on the other hand, is dealing with weather-induced power line failures. In Spain, people are finding it difficult to efficiently use solar energy due to unpredictable energy consumption and solar energy production. Meanwhile, Belgium is working on reducing energy consumption in public buildings.
Each of these projects is a step towards a more sustainable future, focusing on improving renewable energy usage, saving energy, and ensuring the reliability of energy sources.
Projects
Discover innovative solutions that optimize energy use and production.
| ID | Problem | Solution | Location |
| 738 | Solar panels are not properly mapped and tracked. | Identify potential locations for solar panels using maps. | Estonia |
| 23 | People use too much water and energy, and sometimes the water is not clean. | Optimizing energy by monitoring water usage and quality. | Denmark |
| 88 | The weather can cause power lines to fail. | A tool that predicts weather-related power line failures. | Norway |
| 187 | People struggle to use solar energy efficiently because they can't predict their energy use and solar energy production. | An aid to optimize renewable energy use based on user's consumption habits. | Spain |
| 231 | Public buildings are using too much energy and need to find ways to save it. | An AI tool to optimize energy use in public buildings. | Belgium |
| 265 | People struggle to predict how much energy they will use. | Predicting energy use to reduce waste and improve efficiency. | Finland |
| 575 | Wind turbines break down and stop working, affecting the company's work. | Improve the efficiency of energy production by predicting machine maintenance. | Italy |
Public services planning and pollution reduction strategies
Public services planning and pollution reduction strategies
This use case tackles projects that aim to improve public services planning and implement effective pollution reduction strategies.
One of the challenges is dealing with litter in public places, as seen in the Netherlands, where public spaces are often filled with garbage that needs to be cleaned up. In France, there's a struggle to identify and detect molecules that contribute to environmental pollution. Another challenge is the management of vast, unorganized information about soil pollution and nitrogen emissions, a problem that the Netherlands is currently facing. Spain, on the other hand, is working on improving the air quality in metro stations.
Each of these projects is a step towards creating cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable cities for everyone.
Projects
Discover the innovative solutions improving public services planning and planning pollution reduction.
| ID | Problem | Solution | Location |
| 181 | Public places are filled with garbage that needs to be cleaned up. | An automatic system to detect and report litter in public spaces. | Netherlands |
| 275 | There is difficulty in identifying and detecting molecules that pollute the environment. | Identify and detect harmful molecules in the environment. | France |
| 334 | There is too much unorganized information about soil pollution and nitrogen emissions. | Analyze environmental data to understand pollution levels. | Netherlands |
| 665 | The air quality in metro stations is not good enough. | An AI system that maintains good air quality in train stations. | Spain |
| 679 | City has high pollution and accidents at pedestrian crossings. | An AI solution to reduce city pollution and improve pedestrian safety. | Italy |
| 685 | People are disturbed by loud noises from vehicles on the street. | Reducing noise pollution in a city using smart technology. | Belgium |
Supporting environmentally friendly behavior
Supporting environmentally friendly behavior
This use case tackles projects that support environmentally friendly behavior, addressing several challenges that hinder sustainable living in cities.
In Italy, for instance, people often struggle to find the quickest and most eco-friendly travel routes within cities. Meanwhile, in the Netherlands, there are issues with affordability when it comes to making homes more environmentally friendly. Another challenge faced by companies in the Netherlands is finding suitable locations to dispose of or acquire leftover materials. Additionally, the process of applying for environmental permits can be complex and inefficient, posing another hurdle for citizens. In Belgium, people need assistance with planning and paying for public transport trips, a key aspect of sustainable urban living.
Each of these projects is working towards making cities more sustainable and eco-friendly, promoting a greener future for all.
Projects
Discover innovative solutions that support environmentally friendly behavior.
| ID | Problem | Solution | Location |
| 61 | People have difficulty finding the fastest and most eco-friendly way to travel in a city. | An app that suggests the quickest and greenest travel routes in a city. | Italy |
| 173 | People can't afford to make their homes more environmentally friendly. | Making homes more environmentally friendly with quick financial support. | Netherlands |
| 330 | Companies have trouble finding where to dispose or acquire leftover materials. | A platform that matches leftover materials with those who need them. | Netherlands |
| 384 | People have difficulty in efficiently applying for environmental permits. | Improving the process of granting environmental permits. | Netherlands |
| 606 | People need help with planning and paying for public transport trips. | An easy tool for planning and paying for eco-friendly travel. | Belgium |
Technological innovations for environmental protection
Technological innovations for environmental protection
This use case tackles projects that are developing innovative solutions for environmental protection.
There are challenges in utilizing space technologies for sustainable research. In France, the environmental police are grappling with the difficulty of effectively guiding their controls. Another challenge lies in Portugal, where there's a need to verify if practices to protect soil and store carbon in pastures are indeed effective. More projects are also facing the challenge of managing and organizing environmental information.
Each project is a step towards a more sustainable future, using technology to protect and preserve our environment.
Projects
Discover innovative technical solutions for protecting the environment.
| ID | Problem | Solution | Location |
| 692 | There is a need to manage and organize environmental information. | Improving environmental management through technology. | Estonia |
| 255 | Space technologies are not being used for research in a sustainable way. | Introduce modern space technologies for long-term research. | Estonia |
| 284 | Environmental police have difficulty in effectively guiding their controls. | Assist in guiding environmental protection efforts. | France |
| 520 | There is a need to check if practices to protect soil and store carbon in pastures are working. | Improve soil protection and carbon storage in pastures. | Portugal |
Water management and pollution control technologies
Water management and pollution control technologies
This use case tackles projects that involve water management and pollution control technologies, addressing a myriad of challenges.
In Estonia, for instance, there's a need to monitor water levels, control resource usage, and predict floods. The Netherlands is facing a unique challenge where inspecting and understanding the condition of dikes is proving to be difficult. Another issue in is the inefficient collection and purification of rainwater. Water treatment plants in the same country are also struggling with managing water levels and maintaining their equipment. Other countries face the challenge of predicting when and where floods or heavy rain will cause flooding.
Each project in this use case is striving to create a more sustainable and safer environment by effectively managing water resources and controlling pollution.
Projects
Discover innovative solutions for water management and pollution control.
| ID | Problem | Solution | Location |
| 248 | There is a need to monitor water levels, control resource usage, and predict floods. | An aid to monitor water levels and manage resources effectively. | Estonia |
| 338 | Dikes are difficult to inspect and understand their condition. | A tool to inspect and monitor the condition of water barriers. | Netherlands |
| 385 | Rainwater is not being collected and purified efficiently. | Improve rainwater purification and prediction system. | Netherlands |
| 386 | Water treatment plants struggle with managing water levels and maintaining their equipment. | Improving water treatment and management using real-time data. | Netherlands |
| 398 | People can't predict when and where floods will happen. | Predicting flood risks to keep people safe. | Poland |
| 537 | People can't predict when and where heavy rain will cause flooding. | A tool to predict heavy rain and prevent flooding in cities. | Italy |
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