Urban reforestation

As part of OperationWebTree, we distributed 160 white pines to 8 community partners that planted the trees across the Ottawa-Gatineau area. More info here

Initial set up for using computing power to heat greenhouses

* Please see Impact section for more details* We have set up the initial systems and scripts to run a RootedLabs x Distributive Computing IOT computing network, with the next stage being running tests in local Greenhouses to recycle the heat generated from the computing to heat t…

We have set up the initial systems and scripts to run a RootedLabs x Distributive Computing IOT computing network, with the next stage being running tests in local Greenhouses to recycle the heat generated from the computing to heat the greenhouses. We are working with Dan from Distributive Computing to use this as a pilot to help create a larger RootedLABs program with recycled computing heating systems across Canada and globally. This is also a way to help support smaller farms and community-run initiatives that struggle to sustain themselves. Greenhouses and farms will receive a portion of the funding generated from running the IOT computing network, while saving on heating costs. We have created the initial system that can be run on any computer and be tested.

The initial set up of these systems will allow us to move into our next step of recycling the generated heat. Long term this has varying impact. Environmental Impact: Traditional heating methods in agriculture, such as fossil fuel combustion, contribute to greenhouse gas emission…