TOPIO

Towards democratic landscape observation through geoinformatics and public participation

Methodology

The overall methodology of the TOPIO will become a road map for assessing Landscape quality in different areas across Europe.

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Project Objectives

Research and develop

Research and develop procedures for participatory action involving stakeholders in order to co-construct for landscape management and planning through means of citizen science, EO, Artificial Intelligence and Public participation GIS.

Promote knowledge

Promote knowledge and expertise exchange of all the partners to improve innovation and scientific excellence in the field of Landscape Ecology.

Address networking gaps

Address networking gaps and deficiencies between TOPIO partners and secure the sustainability of the overall methodology.

Project Case Studies

Site 1

Falasarna Greece

Typical coastal/rural landscapes in the Mediterranean

Site 2

Cairo Mount Massif Italy

Mountainous rural landscapes

Site 3

Charneca Landscape Observatory Portugal

Landscapes that are multi-temporaly monitored by local landscape observatories

Site 4

Campiñas y Sierra Sur de Sevilla Spain

Landscapes that phase the perspective to host renewable energy premises

Site 5

Akamas Peninsula Cyprus

Landscapes that are National Protection Parks

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Kõnnumaa Estonia

Landscapes that are located in Conservation areas

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Estuary of the river Scheldt Belgium

Peri-urban rural landscape

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Recent News

30 Jan, 2025

Akamas in ACTION workshop

J&G Engineering & Architecture Ltd – Cyprus Team, is organizing a workshop titled "Akamas in ACTION" on February 8, 2025, at the Inia-Lara Turtle Museum & Educational Center, Cyprus. This workshop will focus on the landscape characteristics of the Akamas region, highlighting its ecological significance and the role of civil participation in conservation efforts.

25 September, 2024

TOPIO autumn school

Save the Date for the First TOPIO Autumn School. Join us from October 21-24, 2024, at Sint-Baafshuis, Ghent, for an intensive program on Landscape Character Assessment. The event will feature expert-led lectures, fieldwork, and workshops focused on practical methodologies. Stay tuned for more updates!