Smart Tree Management with Biodiversity Preservation Using Image Processing and Blockchain Technology

Deforestation is the major cause for the loss of habitats for animals. Commercial usage of wood is one of the main reasons behind deforestation. Due to the overutilization of these resources, many exotic species of wood varieties like sandalwood, rosewood, teak wood, etc. are on the endangered list. The main reason behind the loss of those exotic species is due to over-exploitation by various means like smuggling, illegal trading, etc. There is no existing proper mechanism to check whether the varieties of trees are been saved and not over exploited. To overcome it, we propose an idea and mechanism where the usage of those trees is tracked and observed. We are using image processing and block chain technology to overcome this problem. At first, the actual number of trees in a particular area is detected using a top view image of the trees which then, the number of trees is calculated using image processing algorithms. Then smart contracts are developed to store the details of the cut down trees. These contracts are deployed into the block chain network. UI is created to seamlessly interact with the block chain network for various stakeholders. Then this UI is embedded with the block chain network to complete the module.