O LI-COR Carbon Node is the “Internet of Environment Solution of the Year”

What is the Carbon Node and why is it revolutionary?

The Carbon Node is a pioneering and unique carbon flux monitoring solution. Developed to be the central component of LI-COR’s Internet of Environment (IoE) ecosystem, this equipment helps researchers, environmental managers, and carbon offset project developers collect research-grade carbon flux data with unprecedented ease, scalability, and reliability.

Historically, scientifically accurate carbon flux monitoring was restricted to large research organizations due to the complexity and cost of traditional Eddy Covariance (EC) systems. Most MRV (Measurement, Reporting, and Verification) solutions on the market relied on modeling, estimates, or inventory-based methods, which often lack the precision required for today’s climate accountability demands. The Carbon Node changes this paradigm by offering a simple and powerful upgrade for real and accurate carbon monitoring.

Key Features and Advantages

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  High-Precision Sensor: At its core is the advanced LI-720 Carbon Flux Sensor, capable of performing precise carbon dioxide flux measurements at an impressive frequency of 10 Hz, ensuring capture of rapid gas exchange dynamics.
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  Easy Installation and Scalability: Designed for rapid deployment, it allows multiple nodes to be installed and managed within an ecosystem. Automated data processing and cloud integration dramatically simplify the management of complex monitoring networks.
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  Comprehensive and Reliable Data: The platform provides daily footprint analysis, gap filling, timestamped CO₂ flux data, and rigorous quality control (QC) using industry-standard peer-reviewed methods.
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  Democratization of Research: It represents a massive simplification of traditional EC systems, requiring significantly less investment in installation, data processing, and maintenance, making high-quality science accessible to more projects.

Industry Recognition

“The Carbon Node is a key step in our Internet of Environment framework. It is a foundational component of an IoE ecosystem where advanced sensors, automated processing, and cloud tools work effortlessly together to help users understand carbon dynamics at scale.”

“The Carbon Node represents a radical simplification of research-grade carbon flux monitoring. (…) It is faster to install, easier to use, and more reliable than legacy systems, while maintaining the precision that climate accountability demands.”

“If you are managing a carbon offset project, the quality of your data can determine the integrity of your credits. Our solution makes it possible to deploy and manage multiple Carbon Nodes across an ecosystem. This product represents a huge simplification and democratization of traditional EC systems.”

About the Concessus & LI-COR Partnership

LI-COR, backed by the global investment firm Battery Ventures, has more than 50 years of global leadership in the development of high-precision environmental measurement and monitoring solutions. Its field instruments, software, and services enable comprehensive research in climate change, water resource management, plant physiology, and environmental protection.

As the official distributor in Portugal, Concessus ensures local access to this award-winning cutting-edge technology. Our commitment is to place innovation and sustainability at the service of national research, supporting equipment sales with specialized technical assistance, dedicated consultancy, and an excellent service that ensures the success of your environmental projects.