Hackathon: Soil Sense
A Google sponsored hackathon "Hack for Change" at Lehigh University that focused on designing and developing an innovative technology-driven solution to address key challenges within the realm of climate change, specifically targeting sustainability, ocean conservation, and disaster management.
Our solution aimed at addressing soil contamination due to high phosphate levels, which pose a significant threat to agriculture and water ecosystems. Our proposed web application utilizes Google Cloud Platform's App Engine, integrating Google Maps API and Python's visualization tools like Matplotlib to monitor phosphate levels in soil. This application provides real-time data to farmers, enabling them to make informed decisions on fertilizer use, helping prevent soil degradation and eutrophication in nearby water bodies. By monitoring and visualizing phosphate contamination, the tool supports sustainable farming practices, enhancing crop yield while mitigating environmental harm. Award: Most Likely to Recieve Venture Capital Funding.
Hackathon Team Photo (Building C, Lehigh University)
