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,...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

With rising attention on environmental impact, organisations today require more than passive pollution data logging. Simply recording numbers in a database for periodic review is no longer enough. Instead, construction firms, healthcare sites, commercial developers,...

As London targets aggressive air quality improvements, continuously updated neighborhood-level monitoring provides invaluable intelligence on localised pollution exposure.  So what are the cleanest and most toxic areas of London by air quality. Cleanest Air in London...

Smog is one of the most prevalent and dangerous forms of air pollution in UK city centres under certain weather conditions. But what causes this toxic haze, why is the health impact so severe, and how can councils take action against it? As an air quality monitoring...

Particulate matter (PM) represents one of the most widespread yet least understood air contaminants plaguing public health in urban areas. Ranging from construction dust to diesel exhaust, these inhalable particles elicit severe population-level damage contributing to...

Making the right technology purchasing decisions can be difficult, especially when evaluating solutions for complex challenges like monitoring air and noise quality. With so many vendors touting claims of effectiveness, how do you cut through the noise to select the...

Getting Your Team Onboard with New Air Quality Solutions Implementing any new solution in your organisation requires getting stakeholders aligned. And air quality monitoring tech is no exception, especially if you haven’t used monitoring tech for air and noise quality...

London recently expanded upon existing air quality monitoring efforts through the Breathe London network. With over 100 fixed sensors providing general pollution trends, this marks solid progress. However, uniform clean air remains out of reach if neighbourhoods,...

For many site managers or transport managers, comprehensive air quality monitoring might not seem like a priority when it comes to finalising the budget. Budget constraints are often cited as the number one barrier to getting started. However, there are creative...

Recent reports reveal alarming air quality across many European metro areas, with fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide exceeding safe limits. We analyse the data naming the leading pollution hotspots harming public health. Krakow, Poland Historic Krakow...

Getting Your Team Onboard with New Air Quality Solutions Implementing any new solution in your organisation requires getting stakeholders aligned. And air quality monitoring tech is no exception, especially if you haven’t used the tech before or are opting for a more...

Air Quality Overlooked Amid Climate Crisis at COP28 As global leaders convene for critical climate negotiations at COP28, air quality strangely remains overlooked and deprioritized on the agenda. And yet the data presents an undeniable public health emergency...

The Clear Business Case for Sustainability Initiatives Is there a compelling ROI for sustainability initiatives for businesses? Some executives think not - a recent survey found that 45% believe there is no clear business case.  But wait a second... when approached...

Improving air quality has become an urgent priority for cities around the world. In London, the Mayor’s Office has made substantial investments to support local boroughs in reducing emissions through the Mayor’s Air Quality Fund (MAQF). With the latest round of MAQF...

Is Your Pollution Monitoring Technology Stuck in the Past? Are you Missing Out on the Latest Emissions Monitoring Innovation? It's no secret that technology evolves at a rapid pace. This is true even for emissions monitoring tech. In the last 2-3 years alone there...

Article from EMSOL CEO, Freddie Talberg. I was reminded of this truth recently when I spoke to Alex, a site manager at Quinn Construction. Quinn had taken on an incredibly complex project - building right next door to a sleep research facility in central London. One...