Hail Suppression in Southern France
Partner: Selerys Sector: Climate Engineering Region: Europe (Technology Origin Use Case) Background: Vineyards and high-value crops in Southern France are often hit by destructive hailstorms, causing millions in annual losses. The Challenge: Local governments and growers needed a way to reduce hail size or prevent hail formation altogether—without causing ecological side effects or relying on […]
Flood Defense in Ravenna, Italy
Partner: NoFloods Sector: Infrastructure Protection Region: Europe (Relevant Reference) Background: In May 2023, severe flooding struck Northern Italy, affecting thousands and placing critical infrastructure—such as data centers—at high risk in the city of Ravenna. The Challenge: Traditional flood defenses were too slow to deploy. The data center required immediate protection to prevent loss of power, […]