Show HN: MapYourGrid
17 days ago
- #OpenStreetMap
- #community mapping
- #energy transition
- MapYourGrid empowers individuals and communities to map electrical grids globally to support the transition to fossil-free energy.
- Fossil fuels contribute over 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the need for grid modernization and expansion.
- OpenStreetMap is the de facto standard for global electrical grid data, but many developing countries still lack coverage.
- The initiative aims to expand global transmission grid coverage in OpenStreetMap from 70% to 98% by 2028.
- MapYourGrid provides training, validation strategies, open-source tools, and community building to achieve its goals.
- Open Infrastructure Map showcases OpenStreetMap's extensive electrical grid data, largely collected by volunteers since 2008.
- The project encourages community involvement through Discord discussions, local grid mapping, and advanced mapping strategies.
- MapYourGrid is a free, open-source initiative supported by various organizations, aiming to empower a global community of contributors.