Italia-Croatia

Introduction

In this section you can find all the deliverables produced by DIGITAL PLAN project.

Digital Civil Protection & Internet of Things Platform

Digital Plan develops a cross-border model for digitalizing civil protection plans and creating a smart IoT-based decision support platform. By combining open data, IoT sensors, and advanced analytics, the platform improves risk assessment, emergency response, and climate resilience. The result is a scalable tool that strengthens preparedness and protects communities against extreme weather events.
These are the Final Outputs to achieve:
1. IoT DSS Platform
Below you can find deliverables from Work Package 1 that is focused on Digitalization model of civil protection plans and IoT EDSS Platform Development.

Collection of Civil Protection Plans local data

The DIGITAL PLAN project partners collaborated on the collection and analysis of local Civil Protection Plan data in order to support the development of the project’s EDSS platform. Through a common template developed within the project, partners identified the main risks affecting their territories, together with the related communication, decisional, and organizational procedures activated in emergency situations. The activity also included the selection of key risks and Civil Protection Plans to be digitized and integrated into the platform, contributing to a more coordinated and data-driven approach to civil protection management

Development of an Online cartographic database

The Online Cartographic Database was developed as a shared digital platform for civil protection and emergency management in the partner countries. Through this activity, partners collected and organized geographic data related to territories, risk areas, Emergency Points of Interest (E-PoI), evacuation zones and other emergency infrastructure. The database brings all this information together in one place, using digital maps and standardized data formats, and will be connected to the project’s Emergency Decision Support System platform. Once integrated, it will support better coordination and faster decision-making in emergency situations across the project area.

Identification of cross border open data

The Report on Open Data Sources presents the identification and analysis of existing open data relevant for civil protection and emergency management in the partner countries. Through this activity, project partners collected information on available digital data sources such as APIs, GIS platforms, sensors, webcams, websites and other online systems that can support emergency response and decision-making processes. The report highlights differences in the availability and interoperability of data between partner areas and identifies the need for a more connected and standardized approach to data sharing. The collected information will support the future integration of open data sources into the project’s Emergency Decision Support System platform.

Guidelines on Civil Protection Plan Digitalization

The Guidelines on Civil Protection Plan Digitalization provide practical guidance for municipalities and public authorities on how to digitalize and standardize civil protection data and plans. Through this activity, project partners developed a common framework for organizing information related to risks, infrastructure, emergency resources and response areas using predefined formats and georeferenced data collection methods. The guidelines support the harmonization of civil protection information across partner countries and prepare the data for integration into the project’s Emergency Decision Support System platform. The document also helps ensure the long-term use, sustainability and interoperability of the digital tools and services developed within the project.

Specifications of IoT Emergency Decision Support System based platform

The Functional and Technical Specifications of the IoT DSS Platform define the main requirements, architecture and functionalities of the digital system developed within the project for civil protection and emergency management. Through this activity, project partners defined the technical standards, communication protocols and interoperability requirements needed to connect IoT sensors, GIS tools, databases and other digital services into a single web-based platform.

The document describes how the platform manages and visualizes real-time and historical data, supports alarm and notification systems, and enables secure access for different types of users. It also defines the integration of IoT sensors and automated actions that can support emergency response in the field. These specifications provide the common technical framework for the development, integration and future use of the project’s IoT Decision Support System platform across all partner territories.

Online interactive and dynamic map

The Online Interactive and Dynamic Map describes a web-based tool developed within the project to support civil protection planning and emergency management. It presents geographic and civil protection data collected by project partners in a structured and interactive format, enabling a clear overview of relevant territorial information.

The map allows the visualization of risk areas, emergency infrastructure and civil protection plans through thematic layers, and is linked with the wider DSS functionalities and IoT-based monitoring components. It is designed with different access levels, enabling public authorities to manage and update data, while selected information can be made available to citizens and stakeholders.

Overall, the Interactive Map supports improved access to spatial information, strengthens coordination between partners, and contributes to more efficient decision-making in civil protection and emergency situations.

Common Emergency Decision Flow Chart

The Flow Chart Emergency Common Structure defines a shared way of organizing emergency decision-making processes within the project’s digital platform. It provides a standardized template that shows step-by-step actions to be taken in different emergency scenarios, based on agreed procedures across partner countries.

The flow charts are linked to specific risks and use information from civil protection plans, open data sources, and IoT sensor inputs. They also include defined alert thresholds that trigger specific actions, such as warnings or operational responses, depending on the situation.

This common structure ensures that emergency procedures are clearly defined, easier to follow, and consistent across all participating territories, supporting faster coordination and more effective response in emergency situations.

Internet of Things (IoT) Sensors and Platform Integration

The Realization of IoT Sensors and Their Integration into the Platform describes the development and integration of IoT devices used for environmental monitoring within the project. It covers sensors that measure key environmental parameters such as temperature, humidity, wind and rainfall, and explains how they transmit data to the platform through IoT gateways and cloud services.

The system is based on a secure and scalable architecture that enables real-time data collection, processing and transmission for monitoring and decision-making in civil protection.

The document also includes experimental work on biodegradable RFID sensors as a more sustainable approach to future IoT technologies.

Overall, it defines the technical basis for connecting IoT sensors with the digital platform to support environmental monitoring and emergency response.

Pilot studies and Capacity Building

Digital Plan launches six pilot studies across partner regions and develops the IoT Wallet, a web platform that connects and manages IoT sensors. By simulating emergencies and linking sensors with urban infrastructure, the platform enables faster response, smarter data collection, and real-time monitoring. This innovative tool enhances civil protection by turning critical information into actionable insights.
These are the Final Outputs to achieve:
1. Pilot deployment
2. Platform capacity building
Below you can find deliverables from Work Package 2 that is focused on Pilot studies and Capacity Building.

Pilot Area Identification and IoT Sensor Toolkit Specification

This document covers the identification of pilot areas for testing activities and the definition of IoT sensor specifications within the project. It focuses on selecting geographically limited areas exposed to specific risks, where IoT-based monitoring solutions are tested and applied.

It also defines a common framework for IoT sensor specifications linked to different risk scenarios, including environmental and weather-related hazards such as floods and wildfires. The document describes which types of sensors are suitable for each risk, as well as guidelines for their deployment, calibration and integration into monitoring systems.

Overall, it provides a combined approach that connects the selection of pilot areas with the development of a standardized IoT sensor toolkit to support emergency risk monitoring and early warning systems across the project area.

From Pilots to Strategy

Digital Plan translates pilot study results into a joint cross-border strategy and emergency action plan. It delivers an optimized IoT DSS platform that is cost-effective, user-friendly, and scalable, while promoting adoption beyond Italy and Croatia to other EU countries. Through capacity building and knowledge sharing, WP3 empowers policymakers and stakeholders to drive digital civil protection solutions for stronger, climate-resilient communities.
These are the Final Outputs to achieve:
1. Action Plan for Civil Protection Plans Digitization
2. Final Conference
Here you can find deliverables from Work Package 3 that is focused on Development of Cross Border Strategy and Action plan.