Instructables
Online collection of user-generated tutorials and project guides related to weather stations
DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
Instructables is a web-based resource designed to share step-by-step DIY weather station tutorials that support local weather monitoring for farm planning, climate risk awareness and rural advisory activities.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
Instructables is a website and online community where users publish project pages with step-by-step instructions and images.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
Instructables serves makers, educators and possibly farm advisors seeking practical guidance for building low-cost weather monitoring devices. In 2011, Instructables reported about 2 million members and about 50 million pageviews per month, indicating broad reach for knowledge dissemination.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
Instructables is supported through advertising and offers an optional Pro membership (starting at USD 1.95/month in a published description) that provides features such as PDF downloads and fewer advertisements.
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
Instructables supports practical, low-cost climate and weather monitoring knowledge that can strengthen farm decision-making and rural learning.
PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.
Not specified in public sources
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
Better environment
Better life
Better production
