Bachelor of Engineering Computer Engineering

PUNE VIDYARTHI GRIHA’s

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & SSDIOM , NASHIK.
Department of Computer Engineering
Date : 25/10/23

SEMINAR SYNOPSIS

Title: "WeatherWise: Eco-Recommendations Powered by ML"

Academic Year: 2023-2024

Roll No.: 25

Problem Definition:
Creating a Weather-Inspired Environmental Improvement App to address issues such as air
quality, water management, energy consumption, waste reduction, green spaces, disaster
preparedness, transportation, and public awareness. The app's primary goal is to empower
users with real-time weather data and personalized recommendations for eco-friendly actions,
promoting sustainable living and environmental awareness.

Objectives:

1. Provide real-time weather data.

2. Deliver personalized eco-friendly recommendations.
3. Foster community engagement for environmental action.
4. Educate users on weather-related environmental issues.
5. Promote resilience and preparedness for extreme weather events.

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Bachelor of Engineering Computer Engineering

Relevant Theory (Existing System) :

The existing system of weather-related apps and environmental improvement initiatives

provides a foundation for understanding the theory and context of your Weather-Inspired
Environmental Improvement App. Here are some relevant theories and concepts from the
existing system:

1. Environmental Psychology: This field explores the relationship between individuals and their
environment, including how weather conditions can influence human behavior, emotions, and
decision-making. Understanding these psychological aspects can help design effective
interventions within the app.

2. Weather-Environment Nexus: This concept highlights the interconnectedness of weather and

the environment, emphasizing how weather conditions impact various environmental aspects
like air quality, water resources, and energy consumption. This app can leverage this theory to
provide context for users.

3. Behavior Change Models: The app can draw from behavior change theories like the
Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) or the Theory of Planned Behavior to guide users
through the process of adopting sustainable behaviors in response to weather-related
information.

4. Citizen Science: The app can incorporate elements of citizen science, allowing users to collect
and contribute environmental data based on their local observations. This engagement can
foster a sense of community involvement and data-driven decision-making.

5. Risk Communication: To prepare users for extreme weather events, risk communication
principles can be applied. This theory emphasizes the importance of clear and timely
communication of risks and actions to take during weather-related emergencies.

6. Gamification: Drawing from gamification theory, the app can use game elements to motivate
and reward users for taking environmentally friendly actions, making the process of sustainable
living more engaging and enjoyable.

7. Social Norms and Influence: Concepts from social psychology, such as social norms and social
influence, can be employed to encourage users to adopt eco-friendly practices and to engage in
collective environmental efforts.

8. Geographic Information Systems (GIS): Utilizing GIS theory, the app can incorporate
geographic data to provide localized weather and environmental information, enabling users to
make location-specific decisions.

By incorporating these relevant theories and concepts from the existing system, this Weather-
Inspired Environmental Improvement App can be designed to be more effective in addressing
environmental challenges influenced by weather conditions and in promoting sustainable living.

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Bachelor of Engineering Computer Engineering

System Design : (Architecture of proposed

system)

Fig. 1 : FLOW CHART

Implementation Details (Modules) :

User Authentication and Profiles: Manage user registration, profiles, and preferences.
Real-time Weather Data Integration: Fetch and process weather data from APIs.
Environmental Data Integration: Collect and process data related to air quality, water,
energy, waste, green spaces, transportation, and more.
Recommendation Engine: Generate personalized eco-friendly recommendations based on
weather data and user profiles.
User Interface and Dashboard: Create user-friendly interfaces with real-time weather
information, recommendations, and environmental metrics.
Community Engagement: Include community forums, project tools, and gamification for
engagement.
Educational Content: Manage and recommend educational content on environmental
awareness.
Emergency Alerts: Deliver alerts for severe weather events and provide disaster
preparedness information.
Feedback and Improvement: Allow users to provide feedback, and continuously refine
recommendations and app functionality.

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 Data Management: Store and secure user profiles, weather history, environmental metrics,
and interaction data.
Mobile and Web Clients: Develop mobile apps and web interfaces for user access.
Localization and Geographic Data: Incorporate geographic information systems (GIS) for
location-specific weather data and support different regions and languages.

Working of Proposed System :

1. User Registration and Profile Setup:

Users create accounts or log in to the app.
They set up their profiles, including location, preferences, and environmental interests,
stored in a user database.
2. Real-time Weather Data Integration:
The app utilizes RESTful APIs to fetch real-time weather data, including temperature,
humidity, air quality, precipitation, and wind conditions.
The data is retrieved in JSON format and processed through parsing algorithms to extract
relevant information.
3. Environmental Data Integration:
Data from various environmental sources, such as air quality sensors, water management
systems, energy consumption APIs, and waste collection services, is collected and
aggregated through web scraping or direct API integration.
Data undergoes transformation and cleansing to ensure consistency.
4. Recommendation Engine:
The app employs machine learning models, such as collaborative filtering and natural
language processing, to analyze real-time weather data and user profiles.
Recommendations are generated based on complex algorithms, considering factors like
weather patterns, historical user behavior, and statistical relevance.
5. User Interface and Dashboard:
Users access the app through a responsive web-based front-end framework with
asynchronous data retrieval and rendering.
The dashboard displays real-time weather information, personalized recommendations, and
environmental metrics sourced from a NoSQL database.
6. Community Engagement:
Users interact via WebSocket connections for real-time communication in community
forums.
Gamification elements are implemented using serverless cloud functions and in-app
microservices.
7. Educational Content and Awareness:
Content management relies on a content delivery network (CDN) for efficient distribution of
multimedia content.
Content recommendation algorithms employ deep learning models, like convolutional neural
networks (CNN) and recurrent neural networks (RNN).
8. Emergency Alerts and Disaster Preparedness:
Location-based emergency alerts are triggered via geofencing and push notification services.

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9. Feedback and Improvement Loop:

Users provide feedback through RESTful API endpoints.
Data analytics employ big data processing frameworks like Apache Spark for assessing user
interactions and recommendation effectiveness.
10. Data Management:
User profiles, weather data history, and environmental metrics are stored in a distributed
database using sharding and replication for data redundancy.
11. Mobile and Web Clients:
Mobile apps are developed using native programming languages (Swift for iOS and Kotlin for
Android).
Web interfaces are designed using responsive web design principles and utilize modern web
technologies like React.js.
12. Localization and Geographic Information:
Geographic data is acquired from GIS databases, ensuring location-specific weather data.
App localization is achieved through internationalization libraries and translation services.

Algorithm:
1. Collaborative and Content-Based Filtering: Enhance personalization and recommendation.

2. Time Series Analysis and Machine Learning: Predict weather impact and trends.

3. Geofencing and Location-Based Services: Deliver location-specific alerts.

4. Gamification Algorithms: Promote user engagement and rewards.

5. Natural Language Processing and Collaborative Filtering: Recommend content based on

user preferences.

6. Data Mining and Sentiment Analysis: Extract insights from user interactions.

7. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Evaluate environmental impact of actions.

8. Geographic Information Systems (GIS): Provide location-specific data.

9. Machine Learning for Weather-Based Recommendations: Improve the accuracy of

recommendations based on weather conditions.

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Bachelor of Engineering Computer Engineering

Minimum Requirement: :
Hardware:
Server with quad-core CPU, 8GB RAM, and ample storage.
Network equipment (router and switches).
Client devices (smartphones, tablets, computers).

Software:
Operating system (Linux or Windows Server).
Database system (e.g., MySQL or PostgreSQL).
Web server (e.g., Apache or Nginx).
App development tools (Android Studio, Xcode).
Data processing tools (Python, machine learning libraries).
Security software, including firewalls and encryption.
Content Delivery Network (CDN).
Monitoring and analytics tools.
Version control system.
Collaborative tools for team communication.

Applications :

1. Promote personal sustainability.

2. Improve air quality and reduce health risks.
3. Manage water resources efficiently.
4. Minimize waste generation.
5. Encourage green spaces and gardening.
6. Optimize transportation and commuting.
7. Raise public awareness and educate users.
8. Engage communities in environmental initiatives.
9. Enhance emergency preparedness.
10. Tailor recommendations to specific geographic regions.
11. Support corporate sustainability efforts.
12. Contribute to environmental research and analysis.

Pune Vidyarthi Griha’s COE & SSD IOM, Nashik.

Bachelor of Engineering Computer Engineering

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the Weather-Inspired Environmental Improvement App is a versatile and

powerful tool with the potential to positively impact sustainability, public awareness, and
environmental resilience. By harnessing real-time weather data and personalized
recommendations, it empowers
users to make eco-friendly choices in their daily lives, helping to mitigate the impact of weather-
related environmental challenges. Whether in personal sustainability, air quality improvement,
resource management, or community engagement, this app stands as a valuable asset in the
pursuit of a more environmentally conscious and sustainable world. Its adaptability and potential
for widespread adoption make it a promising solution for addressing the complex and pressing
environmental issues that we face today.

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1 Jasvinder Kaur 20/10/20

2 Deve Neha Deo 21

3 Leena More 20/10/20

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Project Guide Project Co-ordinator H.O.D

(Prof. Jyotsna B. Jagdale) (Prof.I.Shaikh) (Prof. J. Y. Kapadnis)

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