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Breathe London Announces Final Round of Community Groups to Receive Free Air Sensors
Foundation: Bloomberg Philanthropies
"Air pollution is detrimental to people's health and livelihoods, especially for children and those who suffer from chronic illnesses," says an official with Bloomberg Philanthropies in London.
That's why the company and the mayor's office have teamed up to give 20 community groups in the city free air-pollution sensors, reports the Guardian.
The sensors, which measure small particulate matter (PM2.5) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2), will be installed at locations including schools, hospitals, cultural institutions, and museums.
The groups will use the data to take steps to improve air quality in their areas.
"The passion and energy shown by the 40 community groups already supported in this innovative program is inspiring," says Dr. Ben Barratt of Imperial College London, which is delivering the program with support from Bloomberg Philanthropies and the mayor's office.
"We have already learned so much about the importance of clean air to communities and I'm delighted that a further 20 groups will be empowered to generate their own local evidence and impact."
This is the third and final round of the program, which has already given 40 sensors to community groups since 2021.
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