Along with transitioning to clean energy, it is imperative to take action against high exposure to fine aerosols (PM2.5) –a major source of air pollution.
To understand more about air quality monitoring and management, Columbia Global Centers | Mumbai hosted a seminar on August 10, 2022, led by Dr. Sidhant Pai, Postdoctoral Research Scientist at the Columbia Earth Institute. The seminar was part of the Climate Fellows training programme.
While talking about the importance of measurements that help in identifying the source, life course, and impact of aerosols, Dr.Pai, Postdoctoral Research Scientist at the Columbia Earth Institute, explained the ‘Clean Air Toolbox for Cities’.
An interdisciplinary initiative for air quality management at the Columbia Earth Institute, the toolbox encompasses surface-level monitors, low-cost sensors distributed at a local level, satellite data mapping, and compositional analysis, which provide a comprehensive approach to air quality monitoring.
