A New Paradigm for Collaborative Nature Conservation

Jan-Kees Schakel, founder of Sensing Clues, has published a new white paper on Federated Monitoring, Evaluation, and Impact Assessment (MEIA): A New Paradigm for Collaborative Nature Conservation. The paper explores the need for multi-stakeholder approaches in conservation, the limitations of current MEIA systems, and the importance of data ownership and collaboration.

Key Insights

• Conservation success depends on long-term collaboration, not just outcomes.

• MEIA systems create data silos, hindering innovation.

• Federated systems empower local stakeholders and enable effective data aggregation.

• The Sensing Clues platform supports this model, promoting local engagement and biodiversity protection.