Pl@ntNet Microprojects

A microproject is a specific adaptation of the Pl@ntNet tool to a particular flora, defined by a precise geographical location or a dedicated theme. By joining a microproject, you focus your searches on a list of associated species, which guarantees more accurate results better suited to your needs. Furthermore, microproject leads can efficiently collect, analyze, and manage all observations shared within this framework.

When a microproject is geolocated, the application can automatically offer access to users located within the defined perimeter, provided that geolocation is enabled. This feature promotes a targeted exploration of plant biodiversity.

How to implement a microproject?

1. Prepare a list of species: Implementing a microproject requires access to the list of species of interest for the project. This list, including the Latin names of families, genera, and species, allows for an assessment of the number of species already illustrated in Pl@ntNet. It constitutes an essential step in defining the microproject’s objectives.

2. Necessary investment: The creation of a microproject requires a financial investment to cover the costs of implementation and maintenance. We invite our partners to co-finance these costs according to the following scale:

   • Implementation cost: €2,000 + (€5 x number of species).
     • Example: A microproject covering 200 species will cost €3,000 (€2,000 + (€5 x 200)). This amount covers the engineering time required for data formatting and integration.
   • Annual maintenance cost:
     • €1,000 per year for projects up to 1,000 species.
     • An additional €1 per species beyond 1,000 species.
     • Example: A microproject of 2,000 species will have an annual maintenance cost of €2,000.