Inspiration for the project

Good quality air is a prime right for humans everywhere. Increasing urbanization and global pollution have continued to lower the quality of air, which severely affects the quality of life for citizens everywhere, be it Peshawar, New Delhi, or anywhere else. Citizen scientists want to engage in monitoring air quality to help develop a better understanding of pollution levels and the elements that contribute to poor air quality. Parameters of interest include Oxygen (O2) and Carbon dioxide (CO2) levels, the presence of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), Particulate Matter (PM) arising from the residue of burnt coal, wood, and other materials, as well as compounds of Sulphur, Nitrogen, and other elements.

Sensors that monitor air quality are increasingly becoming lower in cost, while simultaneously continuing to gain in accuracy and precision. This will allow citizen scientists to develop solutions that allow the monitoring of air quality. The data collected...