EMSOL, founded in 2017, has quickly become a frontrunner in the fight against urban pollution. Our journey began with a simple yet powerful idea: to make the invisible visible.
Air pollution has long been a silent killer, claiming millions of lives worldwide each year. The challenge? You can’t manage what you can’t measure. That’s where we come in.
EMSOL’s platform isn’t just another monitoring system. It’s a comprehensive solution that combines cutting-edge sensor technology with computer vision to pinpoint pollution sources in real-time. Imagine being able to trace a spike in nitrogen dioxide back to a specific vehicle or identify the exact construction activity causing dust emissions. That’s the level of precision we’re bringing to the table.
Our recent acquisition of South Coast Science has supercharged our capabilities. SCS’s MCERTS-certified devices are the gold standard in air quality monitoring, trusted from the bustling streets of London to the remote plains of Africa. This creates a powerhouse in environmental technology.
But we’re not just about the tech.
Britain’s Legacy of Environmental Innovation
EMSOL’s groundbreaking work in air quality management isn’t happening in isolation. We’re proud to be continuing a long and history of British innovation in environmental monitoring and air quality improvement.
This legacy stretches back to the mid-19th century when Dr. Robert Angus Smith first identified and investigated acid rain, coining the term in 1872. His work laid the foundation for modern air quality science and sparked a national conversation about industrial pollution.
In the 1950s, the Great Smog of London became a catalyst for change. The Clean Air Act of 1956, a world-first legislation of its kind, set the stage for decades of progressive environmental policy. This act not only improved air quality in British cities but also inspired similar legislation around the world.
The UK’s commitment to clean air has only grown stronger over time. The National Air Quality Strategy, first published in 1997 and regularly updated, set ambitious targets for reducing air pollution. This strategy has driven innovation in monitoring technologies, emissions reduction, and urban planning.
British universities and research institutions have been at the forefront of air quality science. The Environmental Research Group at Imperial College London, for instance, has been pioneering new methods for measuring and modelling air pollution for over 20 years.
In the realm of technology, British companies have been pushing boundaries. From the development of low-cost air quality sensors to advanced data analytics platforms, UK-based firms have been exporting their expertise globally.
The Next Stage of Air Quality Monitoring
EMSOL’s recent acquisition of South Coast Science is a testament to this tradition of innovation. SCS’s MCERTS-certified devices, trusted from London to Lagos, represent the pinnacle of British engineering in environmental monitoring.
As we face the global challenge of air pollution, EMSOL is proud to carry forward this legacy of British innovation. We’re not just building on past achievements – we want to write the next chapter in the UK’s story of environmental leadership.
By combining cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of air quality science, we’re turning data into action. Our work reflects the evolution of air quality management in Britain – from reactive measures to proactive, community-empowering solutions.
Historically, air quality management was largely reactive, responding to crises like the Great Smog of 1952. Over time, innovations in monitoring technology made air quality data more accessible and affordable, allowing local communities to take ownership of their environmental health.
Today, EMSOL is pushing this evolution further. We’re not just monitoring pollution – we’re predicting it and pinpointing its sources in real-time. Our platform empowers organisations to identify and address the root causes of air pollution before it becomes a problem. Whether it’s a construction site generating excessive dust or a fleet of vehicles with higher-than-average emissions, we provide the insights needed to take targeted, effective action.
As we look to the future, we see enormous potential for British innovation to lead the way in creating cleaner, healthier cities around the world. At EMSOL, we’re committed to being at the forefront of this movement, driving positive change one breath at a time. By making air quality management more precise, predictive, and actionable, we’re not just monitoring the air – we’re transforming it.
