K-water and the National Institute of Ecology to Host the “2025 Ecological and Natural Data Analysis Technology Seminar”
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｜Discussion on AI and Digital Twin-Based Utilization of Ecological Information… Expansion of Collaboration on Environmental Big Data Platforms
On the 15th, at the main campus of the National Institute of Ecology in Seocheon-gun, Chungcheongnam-do, participants including Oh Eun, Head of the Digital Transformation Promotion Division at K-water (fifth from the right in the photo), announced the hosting of the “2025 Ecological and Natural Data Analysis Technology Sharing and Utilization Seminar.” (Photo = K-water)
[Construction Economy News] K-water held the “2025 Ecological and Natural Data Analysis Technology Sharing and Utilization Seminar” on the 15th at the main campus of the National Institute of Ecology in Seocheon-gun, Chungcheongnam-do. The event aimed to create new added value through the use of ecological and natural data and to promote the spread of digital convergence.
This seminar, jointly hosted with the National Institute of Ecology, was the second event in K-water’s “Data Value Creation Series,” which began in 2024 and is based on the corporation’s “Environmental Big Data Platform.” The program focused on the current status of ecological and natural data production and analysis, as well as the potential for integration with cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and digital twins.
At the event, K-water presented its aquatic ecosystem health assessment model and shared cases of ecological data being opened and applied in collaboration with industry. The National Institute of Ecology introduced strategies for climate-adaptive ecosystem management and aquatic ecosystem impact assessments based on ecological big data, highlighting data-driven approaches to environmental response.
In addition, discussions actively covered AI-based ecological research outcomes, private service models incorporating digital technology, and ideas for cross-industry integration, helping to expand the scope of data utilization.
Ryu Hyung-joo, Vice President of K-water, stated, “This seminar marks a turning point in re-emphasizing the value and applicability of ecological and natural data. We will continue to discover and release reliable data to contribute to the advancement of digital convergence technologies.”
Meanwhile, K-water’s “Environmental Big Data Platform,” established in 2019 with the support of the Ministry of Science and ICT, is an open data-sharing platform. It collects and provides a wide range of environmental data—including biodiversity, climate, water, air quality, and energy—from 24 public, private, and academic institutions, including the National Institute of Ecology. To date, 1,149 datasets have been utilized more than 100,000 times, reflecting active engagement.
In particular, the platform was awarded a commendation by the Minister of Science and ICT in December 2023, solidifying its position as a leading platform in the field of environmental data in Korea.
Source:https://www.cenews.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=37846
