The Latest in Air Quality Action
Find out about the latest news in air quality and how EMSOL is working with key partners.
Tackling Healthcare Pollution: Ambulance Idling and Air Quality in Hospitals
Recent news about North East Ambulance Service ambulances turning off engines at hospitals highlights a growing awareness of healthcare pollution. While such initiatives are commendable, they raise an important question: How do we ensure we're targeting the most...
EMSOL Shortlisted for “Best Use of Technology” Construction Award
We are excited to announce that EMSOL has been shortlisted for the "Best Use of Technology: Smart Data Collection in Construction" award at TechFest by Construction News and New Civil Engineer. This category recognises teams using innovative technology to collect and...
EMSOL Acquires South Coast Science: Uniting British Expertise in Air Quality Monitoring
We are excited to announce that EMSOL has acquired the core technology and key assets of South Coast Science (SCS), a leading manufacturer of high-precision air quality monitors. This landmark acquisition brings together two pioneers of British environmental...
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Partners with EMSOL to Tackle Air Pollution
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust today announced an innovative partnership with cleantech leader EMSOL to monitor and reduce air pollution across its hospital sites. The two year collaboration will leverage EMSOL's award-winning emissions monitoring platform...
Construction and Air Quality: Innovative Solutions for a Cleaner Future
Construction is a vital industry that shapes our urban landscapes, but it comes with significant environmental challenges. One of the most pressing issues is its impact on air quality. As cities grow and infrastructure expands, the construction sector has emerged as a...
Air Quality Monitoring – With Real-Time Insights and Actionable Data
Air quality monitoring is a critical component of environmental management, public health, and urban planning. As concerns about pollution and its impacts grow, the need for accurate, real-time air quality data has never been more pressing. While traditional...
HS2 + EMSOL: Air Quality Monitoring and the Future of Clean Construction
Discover how HS2, Europe's largest infrastructure project, partnered with EMSOL to reinvent environmental monitoring and pollution control. Pollution Achievements for HS2 Real-time air quality insights enabled rapid response to pollution events Proactive mitigation...
EMSOL Marks One Year of Innovative Environmental Monitoring with Morgan Sindall
EMSOL, a leading provider of targeted environmental monitoring solutions, has just completed its first year partnering with Morgan Sindall, one of the UK's largest construction and infrastructure companies. This collaboration, which began in the summer of 2023, has...
EMSOL Announces Partnership with Cross River Partnership for Wandle Way Sustainability Project
EMSOL, a leading provider of real-time emissions monitoring and analytics solutions, is excited to announce a new partnership with Cross River Partnership (CRP), a non-profit organisation addressing sustainability challenges collaboratively in London and beyond, and...
EMSOL Continues to Champion Quieter, Cleaner Cities with New Govt-Funded Noise Monitoring Project
At EMSOL, we're always excited to be part of initiatives that make our cities healthier and more livable. That's why we're thrilled to announce our latest project in collaboration with Cross River Partnership (CRP) and Southwark Council, funded by DEFRA's Smarter...
Averages Lie: 5 Ways Focusing on Means Masks True Air Quality Risks
When it comes to air quality, averages don't tell the whole story. Relying solely on mean, or average, pollution levels can be misleading, obscuring the true risks to our health. We already covered some of these in our previous article on The Science Behind Short-Term...
The Science Behind Pollution: How Short-Term Exposure Impacts Health
Imagine waking tomorrow morning with a tight chest and struggling to breathe. You would probably think it's just the start of a cold. But what if the culprit was actually a brief spike in air pollution that occurred the day before? This is not as far-fetched as it may...
Laser-Focus Your Pollution Reduction Efforts
With pressure piling up to reduce pollution, become sustainable, achieve a whole range of targets and goals, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Where do you even start? It's like trying to find a needle in a haystack. Except the haystack is a mountain of data, and the...
EMSOL Named Top 50 “Green Trailblazer” Two Years In A Row
The world of environmental technology is rapidly evolving, with companies across the globe racing to develop innovative solutions to combat pollution and climate change. In the midst of this innovation, we are thrilled to announce that EMSOL has been named one of the...
EMSOL Appoints Experienced Global Tech Leader as NED Chairman
EMSOL, a leading emissions intelligence and monitoring company, is delighted to welcome the appointment of Stephen Dunford as Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Board. Stephen brings an experienced track record of working with technology companies to the...
The CO2nstructZero Aims: Bridging the Gap Between Carbon and Pollution Reduction
In the race to combat climate change, the construction industry is taking bold steps towards a net zero future. The Construction Leadership Council's CO2nstructZero initiative is leading the charge, uniting industry giants like Network Rail, Mott Macdonald, National...
Navigating the Tightrope: The High Stakes of UK Construction’s Pollution Battle
The UK construction industry is no stranger to challenges. From tight deadlines to complex projects. Builders are used to navigating obstacles to create the infrastructure that powers our economy and shapes our skylines. But today, the industry has a new test to face,...
Are you leaving money on the table by ignoring your retail business’s environmental impact?
Are you leaving money on the table by ignoring your retail business's environmental impact? A groundbreaking white paper from EMSOL reveals that proactively tackling pollution isn't just good for public health - it can be a major competitive advantage. Key insights...
Air Quality News Roundup: Glasgow’s Plans, US Pollution, Safe Countries, and Beirut’s Crisis
In this air quality news roundup, we cover the latest developments from around the world, including Glasgow's refreshed plans to reduce air pollution, the alarming levels of harmful air pollution exposure in the United States, the seven countries that meet safe air...
UK Sees Lowest Recorded Levels of Particulate Matter Pollution in 2023
The UK government has just released updated statistics on air quality for 2023, and there's some good news to report. Particulate matter pollution, which consists of tiny particles in the air that can have serious health impacts, has reached its lowest recorded levels...
EMSOL Presents “Beyond Air Quality Monitoring” at Emissions & Air Quality Smart Class 2024
The Emissions & Air Quality Smart Class 2024 event, held at Greencoat Place in London, brought together a diverse group of professionals, including representatives from local councils, construction companies, air quality consultants, public health organisations,...
EMSOL Recognised as UK Innovation Leader in Clean Tech and Decarbonisation
We are thrilled to announce that EMSOL has been recognised in the UK Industry Innovation (UKII) 500 Intelligence Report for our groundbreaking work in clean technology, decarbonisation, and emissions monitoring across the logistics and construction sectors. The UKII...
The ROI of Air Quality Monitoring on Construction Sites
For companies in the construction industry, air quality monitoring is often viewed as an unnecessary expense – a “nice-to-have” sustainability initiative with unclear returns on investment. However, poor air quality has proven hidden costs that can impact construction...
New EU Rules Aim to Slash Air Pollution Deaths 70% by 2030
In a significant step towards cleaner air for all Europeans, the EU Parliament has adopted ambitious new limits on key air pollutants that must be met by 2030. The goal is to reduce the staggering 300,000 premature deaths attributed to air pollution across Europe each...
Why NHS Green Plans Must Prioritise Air Quality
The NHS is on a mission to go green, and comprehensive Green Plans are the weapon of choice. Energy efficiency? Check. Waste reduction? Check. Sustainable procurement and transportation? Check. But amidst the flurry of initiatives and targets, there's an invisible...
Sewage Spills and Toxic Air: The UK’s Twin Pollution Crises
Outrage. That's what we feel when we see raw sewage pumped into our rivers and seas. Disgust at the contamination of our waterways and beaches. Anger at the water companies and government for shirking their responsibilities. And a deep sense of injustice, because we...
The Ideal Solution for Construction Sites Following IAQM Air Quality Monitoring Guidance
Discover the ideal solution for construction sites following IAQM guidance. With real-time PM10 monitoring, video analytics for source attribution, proactive alerts, and comprehensive reporting.
The Kerb Dock Project: A Testament to Sustainable Freight Innovation
In partnership with Grid Smarter Cities, Impact on Urban Health, Southwark Council, Steer, and MP Smarter Travel, EMSOL played a critical role in the Kerb Dock project, which aimed to demonstrate the viability of river freight cross-docking operations in the heart of...
How Sustainability Efforts Fall Apart and Making Sustainability Stick
Environmental sustainability has become a big priority. Construction firms, local authorities, retailers, and NHS trusts are all facing mounting pressures - from regulation, customers, communities - to minimise emissions and environmental impact. A recent HBR piece...
How dealing with complex data is hampering organisations sustainability approach
New research reveals that inadequate data is the #1 barrier holding back sustainability progress. An IBM study found that 41% of executives cite data issues as their top obstacle to ESG and sustainability initiatives. This troubling statistic illustrates how data can...