Overview
We’ve partnered up with the Croatian Academic Research Network (CARNET), to embark on a transformative mission to improve indoor air quality in over 400 schools across Croatia. Leveraging our innovative Sensees Indoor Air Quality System and Sensees Indoor Sensors, we have helped bring healthier learning environments to thousands of students.
The Challenge
Schools across Croatia, like many others globally, faced a significant challenge: maintaining an optimal indoor environment conducive to learning while also safeguarding the health and well-being of students. Poor indoor air quality can result in elevated CO2 levels, discomfort, and even a decline in student performance and attendance. To address these concerns, CARNET, a public institution within the Ministry of Science and Education, sought an innovative solution to monitor and manage indoor air quality. With a mission to foster technological advancement in education, CARNET needed a trusted partner with the expertise and tools to make their vision a reality.
The Collaboration
CARNET chose us, Smart Sense, as the partner for this ambitious initiative, which aimed to equip Croatian schools with the necessary technology to continuously monitor and optimize indoor air quality. The project also aligned with CARNET’s broader efforts under the “e-Schools” initiative, which focuses on digital maturity and ICT infrastructure development in Croatian educational institutions.
We have provided Sensees Indoor Air Quality Sensors, specifically designed to track key environmental parameters such as CO2 levels, temperature, and humidity in real-time. To manage and interpret the data collected, we’ve also developed the AERO platform—a bespoke system that serves as a central hub for aggregating and analyzing the data from all equipped schools.
The Goal
The project’s goal was clear: to bring Croatian students closer to a sustainable, healthier, and smarter future by providing real-time insights into the air they breathe. The initiative inquired to empower schools with the data necessary to create healthier microclimates, reduce energy consumption, and ultimately improve the well-being and academic performance of students.
More About The Solution Behind The Change
Sensees Indoor sensors, installed in schools nationwide, continuously monitor indoor air quality, sending real-time data to the AERO platform. This centralized data system allows educators, school administrators, and health officials to access detailed, actionable insights through an easy-to-use interface.
The AERO platform is designed to transform raw data into meaningful insights, helping schools to take timely, informed actions. For instance, if CO2 levels in a classroom rise, educators receive immediate alerts to improve ventilation, helping to maintain optimal air quality and enhance student focus. The system also identifies trends such as elevated temperatures in classrooms during winter, enabling administrators to adjust heating systems and save energy.
Results: Improved Learning Environments and Healthier Students
The results were amazing. According to feedback from teachers, students’ concentration improved significantly, and reports of drowsiness diminished. Schools equipped with Sensees Indoor sensors saw a marked reduction in respiratory illnesses and flu-related absences. The monitored data also revealed that schools could adjust heating systems to save energy, thus reducing operational costs.
Crucially, CO2 levels were consistently kept within the World Health Organization’s recommended thresholds, ensuring healthier air for students and staff alike.
The collaboration between Smart Sense and CARNET has set a new benchmark for integrating Sensees technology into education. By using air quality monitoring and data-driven decision-making, this project has created healthier and more efficient learning environments for thousands of students. Through innovations like Sensees Indoor and the AERO platform, Smart Sense continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in educational settings, paving the way for a smarter, healthier future.
