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Since 1900, human activities have increased the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. These gases increase the temperature on Earth. The most famous are:
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Oxygen dioxide (CO²): transport, heating, etc.
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Methane (CH4): expansion of rice cultivation and cattle breeding
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Nitrous oxide (N20): massive use of chemical fertilizers
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Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs): banned since 2010.
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The last few years have been the warmest on record on a global scale since the start of the surveys, with an increase of 1.1 to 1.2 degrees compared to the pre-industrial years (1880-1900). This warming affects atmospheric movements and sea currents, which can themselves be the cause of major meteorological phenomena. Thus, in recent years we have been facing more and more extreme phenomena such as fires, floods or severe storms. The IPCC publishes reports showing an increasingly critical situation. For now, if nothing is changed, scientists estimate an increase of 5.7°C. They also believe that the temperature should not reach the critical threshold of 2 °C. For example, the rise in temperature to +3 degrees Celsius can cause:
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152,000 annual deaths in 2100 in Europe linked to climate change disasters
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An increase in the volume of intense rains which could rise up to 20% by 2100 in southern Europe
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An increase in exceptional floods (every 10 years from 2050)
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An increase of 1 meter in the level of the oceans by 2100 which will engender the submersion of several cities such as Bordeaux or Amsterdam. (U.S National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Report 2017)
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Intense winters in western Europe due to the weakening of the Gulf Stream.
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An increase in climate refugees due to an explosion in health problems, poverty and food prices linked to climate change
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A decrease of the biodiversity, already visible today. Since the 1970's, the Earth has lost 60% of its populations of wild animals, as informed by WWF in its last report submitted in 2018.
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It is therefore more than necessary to find solutions to fight against global warming and the disappearance of biodiversity. Companies and research laboratories are thus developing new technologies to protect territories as well as to alert and avoid extreme phenomena (radars, drones, etc.). They are also looking for solutions to limit greenhouse gas emissions.
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Toulouse

Waves'n See
Waves'n See is a support company for the optimized management of sediment resources. It identifies and locates chronic and critical sediment deficits, optimizes re-silting operations, measures the efficiency of the developments and anticipates critical thresholds. To do this, it uses a network of observation cameras and image analysis software to process and synthesize the evolution of the dimension line.
Local
Ecology
Innovation

RNC de Boumort and Espai Natural de Alinyà

Monachus Project
Thanks to the joint initiative of various public and private entities, and the technological development of bird monitoring transmitters, the reintroduction of a bird that disappeared more than 100 years ago: the black vulture (Aegypius monachus). The main objective is to return to the Pyrenean massif a key species for the functioning of agrosilvopastoral ecosystems. Generating, in addition, an ecological bridge between the main European colonies of black vultures, located in the SW of Spain, and the incipient nuclei that have been emerging in France through similar projects
Innovation
Ecology
Sustainability

Aragón

PORMA
The objective of this CITA program is to develop an operational tool at the user level to automate the entire decision-making process regarding irrigation in agricultural holdings that, in addition, has the capacity for self-learning (Artificial Intelligence).
Innovation
Sustainability
Ecology
Economy

Maia
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SONAE
Sonae is a multinational corporation managing a wide portfolio of companies, creating value across several geographic areas, with a solid culture and highly-developed ability to innovate and execute its actions, taking the benefits of progress to an ever-increasing number of people. They are highly commited to the ODS, taking part in 6 of them with more than 10 projects related to it.
Innovation
Ecology
Economy

Bologna

Ecosurvey
Ecosurvey solve specific and customized problems: subsoil quality examination and environmental characterization; solve problems of contamination, reclamation and securing sites; to ensure compliance with legal requirements; to reduce waste management costs; to improve the management and recovery of wastewater; to assess remediation with a low environmental impact.
Ecology
Sustainability
Innovation

Bologna

Pro Ambiente
It is a consortium made up of public bodies (CNR of Bologna and University of Ferrara) and private entities (11 small / medium-sized enterprises based in the Emilia-Romagna Region), whose main objective is to carry out technology transfer activities relating to the issues environmental. In particular, the consortium's activity focuses on environmental control and remediation in the components of air, water, soil, cultural heritage and anthropogenic activities.
Social and solidarity
Sustainability
Innovation

Mérignac

i-sea
I-SEA designs, develops and markets innovative geoinformation solutions for the monitoring of aquatic and coastal environments. It specializes in the aggregation of data from original observation means, aerial and satellite imagery, in-situ measurements and by aquatic drones. I-SEA is involved in carrying out studies prior to installation for renewable marine energies or as part of studies on climate risk assessment
Innovation
Sustainability
Ecology

Zaragoza

SENSE : ZLC research program
The researcher from Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC) has presented this project whose strategic objective is to accelerate the path to the physical Internet, so that by the year 2030 it will become a widespread practice among the industry, thus contributing to a reduction in minus 30% in congestion, emissions and energy consumption.
Innovation
Ecology
Sustainability

Abrantes

Bee2fire Detection
It's a surveillande system solution that operates 24/7 to detect fires automatically in early stages and in distances up to 15km. Also assists in decision making processes, enabling rapid response and support in firefighting operation efforts.
Ecology
Innovation
Social and solidarity

Lisboa

Oceanário de Lisboa
At the oceanarium they develop different actions to help the seas. They work on conversation medicine, breeding programmes, assessment of the risk ox extinction of marine species. Apart from that, they sponsor more than 5 projects related to the conservation of marine ecosystems.
Economy
Ecology
Sustainability
Social and solidarity

Taranto

Befreest
Befreest produce “Nose” an innovative solution to check for the presence of pollutants in indoor environments, preventing negative effects on health. Reduces the risk of exposure to pathogens and carcinogens; promotes the well-being of workers and customers; implements energy-efficient solutions and optimizes building performance; mitigates environmental impacts
Innovation
Sustainability
Economy

Genova

TICASS
Innovative Technologies for Environmental Control and Sustainable Development. Development of sustainable products / processes, circular economy and agri-food; new crops and precision agriculture, environmental problems of production cycles, environmental prevention and monitoring, purification processes, management of the integral water cycle, remediation and recovery of contaminated sites, analysis and assessment of environmental risks, management and enhancement of waste, Reach and chemical risk.
Ecology
Sustainability
Innovation

Aragon

IRRIZEB : research program
Comprehensive program for the control and mitigation of the impact of the Zebra Mussel plague in irrigation systems through both chemical and physical methods. The project will validate the operation of various prototypes and patents developed by the participating companies in terms of monitoring settlement in critical points, elimination of post-treatment shells and validation of the use of ultrasound in points of difficult control.
Innovation
Ecology
Economy

Leiria

ESTM (Escola Superior de Turismo e Tecnologia do Mar)
The so-called blue biotechnology, which explores the diversity of marine organisms to develop new products, has been one of the bets of the School of Tourism and Marine Technologies (ESTM), of the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria. One of the areas of research is looking for new uses for algae off the Portuguese coast, namely in the areas of health and food. ESTM researchers have developed, for example, a bread with salt substitute algae, a product that is expected to start being marketed by a bakery next year. They have another project called Smart Ocean, which aims work collaboratively for a future in which we can benefit more and more from the oceans, while contributing to its sustainability.
Innovation
Ecology
Sustainability

Lisboa

ICNF
ICNF, Institute for the Conservation of Nature and Forests, I.P., is an organization of the indirect administration of the Portuguese State with the mission of contributing to the enhancement and conservation of aspects related to forest resources and Nature and Biodiversity in Portugal. They're responsible for the functions of national forest authority and national authority for the conservation of nature and biodiversity, being tutored by the ministries of Environment and Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development.
Ecology
Sustainability
Local

Fusignano

OCM Clima
Ocm Clima, has been dealing with indoor air treatment through the design, production and installation of new systems and aeraulic systems. Aims: Air quality as a lifestyle and health, respecting the environment and energy efficiency; in sustainable innovation; in social responsibility, to work for the comfort and health of people.
Ecology
Sustainability
Innovation

Roma

Castalia Consortium Stable S.C.p.A.
Castalia Consortium Stable S.C.p.A. groups 33 ship-owners and companies operating in the territorial sea and offshore specialized in maritime activities, marine anti-pollution and emergency response. It operating for the see safeguarding and protection. Develop innovative solution aimed at safeguarding the marine environment, sea resources and the development of nautical tourism.
Ecology
Sustainability
Innovation