National Observatory of Athens Leverages AI and Earth Observation to Drive Sustainable Agriculture in UNIVERSWATER Project

The National Observatory of Athens (NOA), a leading research institution, today announced its significant contributions to the Horizon EU-funded UNIVERSWATER project. NOA is applying its expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, and Earth Observation (EO) to enhance water use efficiency and support sustainable agricultural practices within the project’s Greek pilot.

In its role within the UNIVERSWATER consortium, NOA is developing and providing a sophisticated Geospatial Query Engine. This advanced tool is designed to streamline access to heterogeneous Earth Observation data for the Greek pilot partners, facilitating data-driven insights for smarter farming.

The National Observatory of Athens is committed to pioneering research that addresses critical environmental challenges. Our involvement in UNIVERSWATER allows us to directly apply our strengths in AI and Earth Observation to make agriculture more sustainable. The Geospatial Query Engine will empower farmers with capabilities like AI-driven pest prediction for targeted interventions and precise soil moisture estimation for optimised irrigation. This approach not only aims to reduce chemical and water waste but also to enhance the profitability and ecological soundness of agricultural operations.”

NOA’s work within UNIVERSWATER underscores its dedication to translating cutting-edge research into practical solutions. By enabling more efficient and safer water use, the National Observatory of Athens is helping to build a future where agriculture can thrive sustainably. The institution is proud to collaborate within the UNIVERSWATER project and looks forward to advancing a sustainable agri-water future.