The Smart Biosphere is an exciting project that aims to characterise the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere holistically, integrating data to support evidence based policy and practice.
It's been very warm recently in North Devon, with little rainfall. We've been looking at the impacts of this on some of our rivers ...
Environmental Scientist
With the light fading and an autumn moon rising, we cast off from Bideford quay with our precious cargo. It was almost a year since we placed the order for our water quality buoy, and at last deployment day had finally arrived.
Smart Biosphere Operational Lead
Our Taw Bridge sensor has only been running for one week, but it is already providing insights on the river hydrology. The sensor is attached to one of the bridge pillars, and rests in a pool of water at the base of the pillar.
Smart Biosphere Operational Lead
The Smart Biosphere is evolving rapidly. We'll be regularly publishing news updates, working to create a world leading capability in North Devon integrating environmental, technology, scientific, economic and social expertise to provide a rigorous, sustainable platform.
