🌱 WhereToPlantAI
Revolutionizing Forest Restoration Through AI-Powered Site Selection
Used by conservationists across Himachal Pradesh
The Problem: $7+ Million Wasted Annually 💸
~60%
of $12M+ annual restoration budget thrown into doomed sites
50-90%
of trees DIE in poorly selected locations
$12M+
spent annually in Himachal Pradesh alone
Over $7 million gets wasted every year in Himachal Pradesh alone. Here's why: most tree planting projects choose the wrong locations. Research shows that 6 out of 10 dollars spent on forest restoration goes to places where trees are likely to die.
Why does this happen? Without proper planning, tree planting efforts fail because:
- High mortality rates of planted saplings
- Wasted financial resources and human effort
- Continued environmental degradation
- Loss of community trust in conservation efforts
The Solution: AI Meets Conservation
WhereToPlantAI (@seedsagebot) is a data-driven Telegram bot that transforms how we approach forest restoration. By leveraging artificial intelligence and geospatial data, it provides instant, scientifically-backed plantation viability predictions.
Location Intelligence
Analyzes soil composition, climate patterns, elevation, and historical vegetation data for any given coordinates
Success Prediction
Provides precise percentage-based survival predictions and star ratings for plantation success
Bilingual Access
Operates in both Hindi and English, making it accessible to diverse communities across India
Instant Results
Delivers comprehensive analysis within seconds via Telegram's familiar interface
How It Works
Share Location
User opens Telegram, finds @seedsagebot, and shares their geographic coordinates
AI Analysis
The bot's machine learning model processes environmental data, soil conditions, and climate patterns
Visual Report
Generates a color-coded viability map with success predictions and actionable insights
Make Decision
Users receive star ratings, success percentages, and recommendations for optimal plantation strategies
Current Focus: Himachal Pradesh
The bot currently specializes in Himachal Pradesh, a state of critical ecological importance in the Indian Himalayas. This region faces unique challenges:
- Altitude Variations: From 350m to 7,000m elevation requiring species-specific planning
- Climate Diversity: Subtropical to alpine conditions within the same state
- Soil Complexity: Varied geological formations affecting plantation success
- Monsoon Impact: Critical timing considerations for plantation activities
By focusing on this ecologically vital region first, we're building a robust model that can be expanded to other Indian states.
Impact & Vision
🎯 Resource Optimization
Directs limited funds, labor, and saplings to locations with highest success probability
🚫 Waste Reduction
Prevents costly mistakes by identifying unsuitable plantation sites before investment
👥 Community Empowerment
Gives local citizens and organizations scientific tools for conservation decision-making
📊 Data-Driven Policy
Provides evidence-based insights for government and NGO restoration strategies
Technical Architecture
The bot leverages a sophisticated technology stack:
- Machine Learning: Custom-trained ensemble model on historical plantation data
- Real-time Processing: Instant analysis of environmental parameters
- Telegram API: Seamless user experience through familiar messaging interface
What's Next?
WhereToPlantAI represents the first step in a comprehensive restoration ecosystem. Current focus is on "where to plant" - the critical foundation for success.
Future developments include:
- Species recommendation engine ("what to plant")
- Optimal timing predictions ("when to plant")
- Expansion to additional Indian states
- Integration with government restoration programs
- Community monitoring and feedback systems
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join the movement towards data-driven forest restoration. Whether you're a conservationist, researcher, or simply someone who cares about our environment, WhereToPlantAI is your gateway to smarter restoration decisions.