NPA preparatory project 2.2. Promoting climate change adaptation and disaster risk prevention, resilience, taking into account ecosystem based approaches (CARBOVISION)

The CARBOVISION project focuses on building resilience against climate change in sparsely populated communities. Its main goal is to develop sustainable resource management practices and local capacity through innovative tools like drones and AI. The project will enhance carbon mitigation, climate adaptation, and community engagement. It will improve resource efficiency, environmental protection, and regional sustainability, benefiting people and ecosystems.

Project duration: 06/2023 – 05/2024

Project partners:

- Natural Resources Institute Finland, Finland

- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden

- Oulu University of Applied Sciences, Finland

Project budget:

- Total budget € 99.832

- NPA Funding € 64.891

The project is funded by Interreg Northern Periphery and Arctic Programme Co-Funded by the European Union (https://www.interreg-npa.eu/). Programme priority: Strengthening the capacity for climate

change adaptation, and resource sufficiency in NPA communities. Specific objective: 2.2 - Promoting climate change adaptation and disaster risk prevention, resilience, taking into account eco-system based approaches.

The project aims to address the common challenges of climate change and sustainable resource management in sparsely populated communities across the NPA region. The programme area faces several common challenges related to climate change and sustainable resource management, including the impact of climate change on natural resources and the environment, as well as the need for sustainable resource management practices. However, there are also opportunities for new technologies and innovations to support sustainable development. The overall objective of the project is to jointly develop a main project proposal on climate change adaptation and disaster risk prevention in sparsely populated communities. The project aims to build local capacity in sustainable resource management, landscape breeding, and carbon assessment, utilizing innovative tools and ecosystem-based approaches.

The main outputs of the project include the main project proposal, action plans, transnational network. The project outputs will benefit local communities, policymakers, and stakeholders involved

in natural resource management.The project adopts a transnational approach as the challenges and opportunities related to climate change and sustainable resource management are cross-border in nature. A transnational approach allows for the sharing of knowledge, expertise, and best practices, creating opportunities for mutual learning and capacity building. What sets this project apart is the collaboration of experts from different fields and different countries to address the common challenges of climate change and sustainable resource management. The project seeks to create new transnational networks and strengthen existing ones, fostering collaboration and cooperation across borders to create a more sustainable future for the NPA region. The project's transnational approach and emphasis on collaboration and knowledge sharing are also innovative and forward-thinking.

Project deliverables:

1. Main project proposal

2. Needs assessment report

3. Feasibility report

4. Network of collaborating partners