Air Quality

TL;DR — Ports and logistics operations are major sources of harmful air pollution that affects air quality and climate health both locally and at the global scales — especially as maritime shipping becomes increasingly prominent globally. By implementing effective air quality monitoring and port emission reduction strategies, we can work to reduce these negative impacts and promote more environmentally friendly global supply chains.

We asked Drew Hill, Data Science & Applied Research Lead at Aethlabs to help us take a deep dive into black carbon air pollution, exploring the science behind this air pollutant, its origins, its impacts, and the urgency & importance of accurate black carbon measurement.

Discover how cutting-edge air quality monitoring technologies empower communities to tackle the silent threat of air pollution, paving the way for healthier, more resilient environments.

Low-cost air quality sensors are revolutionizing environmental monitoring, offering precision and accessibility. Dive into how these tools are paving the way for proactive, comprehensive air quality management.

Air pollutants affect everyone, everywhere. From bustling city streets to remote countryside areas, these unseen enemies — ranging from particulate matter to noxious gases — have a profound impact on our health, environment, and economies.

Imagine transforming our urban environments from smog-filled to health-promoting spaces. That’s where air quality advocacy and education step in, serving as the catalyst for this vital change.

Black carbon is clouding urban skies, impacting health and the environment. Discover its stealthy sources and the role of black carbon measurement in the push for cleaner air.

Though air pollution is an issue that is global in scale, action at the local level can be impactful in enacting tangible change and encouraging more widespread action. Local projects can serve as models for successful work at a global scale — such as how the Breathe London air quality monitoring network is now being used as a framework for the Breathe Cities program.

New air quality measurement technology is not just changing the way we monitor air pollution; it's rewriting the rules on air quality management, enabling a shift towards more precise, effective environmental regulations.

Air pollution patterns vary uniquely based on a multitude of factors, from season to time of day to the given meteorological variables at play, as well as in connection with climate change and human behavior. By better understanding when the worst times for air pollution are, we can better tailor policy and action to achieve cleaner air.