Its core mission is to create harmonised, high-precision monitoring systems across Europe and China, enabling better understanding and management of terrestrial ecosystems.
The BioClima project was launched as a pioneering response to the growing need for integrated biodiversity and climate monitoring. Built on a foundation of EU-China scientific collaboration, BioClima brings together leading research institutions, environmental agencies, and technology partners to develop a unified approach to ecosystem observation. The project leverages artificial intelligence, remote sensing, and ground-based data to create advanced monitoring systems that can deliver timely, accurate, and actionable insights into the state of terrestrial ecosystems. With a strong emphasis on ethical data use and inclusive stakeholder engagement, BioClima is not only advancing scientific innovation but also fostering international cooperation. Its work supports the development of robust, science-based environmental policies that address both climate change and biodiversity loss, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient future.
BioClima is coordinated by University of West Bohemia. SINTEF will contribute to establishing and improving standards for observational systems of biodiversity and climate change in terrestrial ecosystems; developing EU-China joint observation and demonstration platform for biodiversity; and advancing spatial and AI-enhanced analytics models for climate and biodiversity integration and monitoring. SINTEF will play a key role as facilitator in EU-China collaboration.