Additional applications extend far beyond methane detection. The system can be adapted to monitor air quality in urban areas, water quality in rivers and lakes, and identify deforestation hotspots. By incorporating a more horizontal protocol approach to standardized data formats and interoperability, the system can seamlessly integrate data streams from various monitoring applications for a breadth of use cases. This view allows for a more comprehensive understanding of the interconnectedness of environmental systems and challenges, empowering the development of integrated and effective environmental policies. It provides policymakers, researchers, and the public with unprecedented access to reliable, real-time environmental data, empowering more informed decision-making, accelerating our response to climate change, and paving the way for a more sustainable and equitable future.
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