The socio-economic impact assessment of the GreenSCENT project, detailed in this deliverable, employs a
dual perspective. It quantifies the impact on stakeholders, public administrations, schools, and local authorities
resulting from the adoption of GreenSCENT solutions. Additionally, it maps the impact of GreenSCENT
activities to analyse how the solutions and activities developed by the project enhance users' conditions during
the project's development and beyond.
The assessment methodology is both qualitative and quantitative, multi-stakeholder, and multidimensional,
using the impact value chain method to analyse project inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes, and impacts. This
approach supports the identification of the project’s value proposition, its expected impacts, and potential
obstacles to full achievement.
To respect the uniqueness of each project’s pilot, the methodology is modular, adaptable to different settings
of the demonstrations and pilots. Project partners were actively involved in the methodology development, with
a dedicated workshop early in the project to assist partners in understanding the process and providing
necessary information. The assessment was performed at the end of the project, with output and activities
monitored throughout the project's development to provide a mid-term assessment for the partners to adjust
their actions. The final impact assessment considers impacts on a larger scale and takes into account the
upscaling potential of the project.
The GreenSCENT impact assessment framework draws inspiration from earlier projects related to citizen
science, such as the ACTION project and the MOTION handbook, focusing on transformative system change.
The assessment covers five basic elements: scientific, social, environmental, economic, and political impacts.
The results of the assessment highlight the project's added value, transformative capability, and the most
interesting outcomes.
The GreenSCENT project highlighted the crucial role of teachers and educational staff in implementing
Demonstrators, emphasizing the need for pedagogical experts to create effective deployment strategies. The
involvement of class teachers, who understand classroom dynamics and student motivation, was essential.
The project also underscored the importance of discovery and tangible outputs for students, although digital
tools sometimes posed challenges. The presence of experts in classrooms significantly boosted student
enthusiasm and motivation.
Despite challenges, the Demonstrators positively impacted students by increasing interest in science-related
topics and encouraging lifestyle changes. The engagement methods were designed to be fair and motivating,
with flexibility and inclusivity being key considerations. The Open Innovation Challenge attracted significant
participation and could inspire younger students in future projects. The exploration of AI's impact on
sustainability education revealed its potential benefits and challenges, highlighting the need for responsible
and balanced AI adoption.