SOIL-XR

Improving soil awareness through immersive technologies and interactive learning experiences

About the Project

SOIL-XR is an EU-funded project focused on improving soil literacy and environmental awareness through the use of immersive XR technologies and interactive learning approaches. By combining education with innovation, the project introduces new ways for students and communities to explore soil health and sustainability.

Through Living Labs in Cyprus and Italy, SOIL-XR brings together educators, researchers, and local communities to engage in hands-on activities and participatory learning. The project aims to make soil science more accessible and engaging, encouraging long-term awareness and sustainable practices among younger generations.

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Objectives

SOIL-XR aims to enhance understanding of soil ecosystems by combining education, technology, and community engagement in interactive learning environments.

Its key objectives are:

  • To improve soil literacy and environmental awareness among students and communities
  • To develop immersive learning experiences using XR technologies
  • To promote hands-on and participatory education through Living Labs
  • To encourage sustainable practices and environmental responsibility
  • To make soil science more accessible and engaging for younger generations

Consortium

Bluezona

 

An Italian NGO focused on innovation and social impact, contributing to EU-funded projects in technology, design, and community development to support sustainable growth

 

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ECECT

 

A Cyprus-based non-profit connecting academia and industry through training in emerging technologies and promoting the use of VR in education

 

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Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

This work has received funding from the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI).

This sub-project has received funding from the SOILSCAPE project through its Open Call, funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme

 

Grant Agreement no.: 10115651
Period: 02/03/2026 – 02/09/2027