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What is SOCIO-BEE?

We aim at empowering communities to adopt more sustainable behaviors.

How do we do that?

Through citizen science, portable air quality sensors, and social innovation.

Our project also raises awareness of climate change and encourages citizens to monitor and observe the environment.

Join us on this journey to create a healthier, more sustainable future!

SOCIO-BEE at a Glance

Pilot Cases

Zaragoza

Spain

The challenge for the city of Zaragoza now is to attract younger members of the public (8 to 16 years old) to the initiative so that they can take an active role in caring for their air quality.

Target population: Youth

Ancona

Italy

The city of Ancona seeks to encourage elderly residents to be active outdoors in a non-polluted and non-crowded environment, promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Target population: Elderly people

Marousi

Greece

The goal of Municipality of Amaroussion is to inform its citizens and those working in the area about the importance of air quality and our collective responsibility to maintain a healthy environment through the participation in air pollution measurement campaigns.

Target population: General public and commuters

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Explore Our Whitebook on Citizen Science and Environmental Engagement

Discover how the SOCIO-BEE Project and its pilot cities empowered communities to take meaningful action for a more sustainable future. This Whitebook highlights how citizen science can drive community engagement and foster pro-environmental behavior change. It includes:

- - - White Paper: An in-depth overview of the SOCIO-BEE project, showcasing how citizen participation can enhance environmental monitoring and policy development.
    - Policy Briefs: Three briefs that outline the outcomes of the SOCIO-BEE pilots in Ancona (Italy), Maroussi (Greece), and Zaragoza (Spain), offering key insights for local and national policymakers.
    - Deliverables: Have a look at some of our most important outcomes:
    - You can have acces to all the project’s deliverables here.