XR for Awareness, Decision-making in Sweden’s Blekinge
- Post by: Tobias Larsson
- 2nd October 2025
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In Blekinge, southern Sweden, the average sea level is projected to rise 60 cm by the end of the century, with high tides, storms, and flash floods further compounding climate challenges and highlighting the urgent need for proactive interventions in the region.
With this in mind, the Region Blekinge and the Blekinge Institue of Technology (BTH) are working on innovative climate solutions that are being boosted by the RESIST project. One such example of climate innovation is the use of 14 extended reality (XR) demo sites throughout the region.
These demo sites combine Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Production, and AugmentCity’s Graphical Digital Twins (GDT) technology, and are aligned with participatory action research principles. They are designed to raise awareness and foster dialogue among citizens, policymakers, and planners to accelerate the implementation of climate adaptation strategies.
The demos have been showcased at the Pop-up Climate Tech Tour (PCTT), held three times in 2024–2025 with the attendance of around 210 participants, including politicians and decision-makers. The temporary and flexible format of the show allows rapid setup in different locations, making it well-suited to engaging local communities where adaptation projects are planned. By offering an immersive, interactive experience, the PCTT helps make complex climate issues more accessible and memorable.
“It is truly rewarding to see our research in Blekinge recognized across Europe as a key reference and best practice for implementing XR simulations in climate adaptation solution design.” Professor Marco Bertoni, BTH project coordinator.
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