The Institute of Geodesy has joined the consortium implementing the Smart Villages Plus project, aimed at developing modern services that support agriculture and improve the quality of life for rural residents in the Mazovia region. The project, co-financed by the European Funds for Mazovia 2021–2027, is based on the use of innovative technologies, including remote sensing and cartographic tools.
Our specialists are responsible for research and analytical work, including:
- developing remote sensing systems to support farmers in assessing crop yield potential and monitoring environmental threats,
- creating digital thematic maps (e.g., drought or excessive moisture risk maps),
- designing a concept for updating soil and agricultural maps using satellite and radar data,
- proposing solutions for modern rural infrastructure, such as water drainage systems, cycling networks, and locations for energy biomass cultivation.
Thanks to the participation of the Institute of Geodesy, the project will benefit from expertise in modern spatial analyses and satellite technologies, resulting in practical tools for farmers, local authorities, and residents of the Mazovia region.
Smart Villages Plus represents a step towards a more sustainable, intelligent, and environmentally friendly Polish countryside.
In order to achieve the expected results, several scientific institutions have been invited to participate in the project, including:
- Warsaw University of Technology (Faculty of Geodesy and Cartography),
- Institute of Agricultural and Food Economics – National Research Institute,
- Institute of Geodesy and Cartography,
- Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation,
as well as entities with practical expertise and the capacity to implement and test the developed solutions, including:
- Mazovian Bureau of Geodesy and Land Reclamation in Ostrołęka,
- Mazovian Agricultural Advisory Centre in Warsaw.
The project is scheduled to run from 2025 to 2027.
