- The SeaMe project began in autumn 2024 and is now in its data collection phase.
- BioConsult SH operates a long-range drone reducing monitoring carbon footprint by up to 90%.
- An autonomous underwater vehicle developed by DFKI records oceanographic data and marine life.
- Environmental DNA analysis identifies 143 species, including the harbour porpoise.
Project Overview
The SeaMe project, initiated in autumn 2024, aims to enhance environmental monitoring at offshore wind farms using innovative technologies. It focuses on understanding interactions between wind farms and marine ecosystems.
Advanced Monitoring Technologies
A long-range drone, operated by BioConsult SH, offers a low-emission alternative to traditional monitoring, reducing the carbon footprint by up to 90%. High-resolution cameras on turbines and AI-based analysis track bird behavior, while underwater systems provide continuous, non-invasive monitoring of marine life.
Autonomous Underwater Vehicle
Developed by the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI), an autonomous underwater vehicle collects data on fish, marine mammals, and oceanographic parameters, enhancing the understanding of marine ecosystems.
Environmental DNA Analysis
Water samples are analyzed for environmental DNA, identifying 143 species, including the harbour porpoise. This method avoids traditional invasive techniques, focusing on genetic traces left in seawater.
