Ecological, social and economic
Ecological sustainability in the project was achieved through solutions involving UAVs and UGVs. These technologies help lower emissions and cause less environmental harm than, for example, helicopters or all-terrain vehicles. FMI is one of the world’ s leading meteorological institutions, conducting research to address climate change. Because FMI led the project, its expertise shaped the work. For instance, some prototypes developed for the project have been constructed from recycled 3D-printing materials, and the batteries used in project activities have been monitored.
Social sustainability encompassed multiple aspects of the project. The activities demonstrated innovative technical solutions in both laboratory and real-world settings. Insights from the demonstrations could lead to new business ideas and, in turn, generate new services or products. The solutions can also improve the work environment in cold climates— for example, as a case study shows for reindeer herders. Arctic tourism entrepreneurs benefit from better information about winter weather, which also enhances public road safety.
Economic sustainability in the project was achieved by supporting entrepreneurship and successful businesses, especially through advanced technologies. This aspect of sustainability emphasizes resilience and innovation rather than focusing solely on financial profits. Examples included demonstrations of new concepts that could, in the future, become commercially viable products and services.