Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill
The Clean Air (Huma Rights) Bill will soon become a legally binding act in the UK. The Bill would create a human right to breathe air; to require the Secretary of State to achieve and maintain clean air in England and Wales; to involve the UK Health Security Agency in setting and reviewing pollutants and […]
Congestion charge for Cardiff?
Councillors have refused to rule out introducing a congestion charge in Cardiff ahead of May’s local elections. Reports indicate that council favours actions to cut carbon emission, air pollution and tackle climate change. A council transport white paper, published in 2020, said a £2 congestion charge could be introduced in 2024. Transport consultants are currently […]
Pollution can return to London street as zero-emissions trial ends
The UK’s first zero-emissions street trial in London has ended, allowing pollution levels to soar. A ban on polluting vehicles on Beech Street, which runs under the Barbican, cut pollution by 58%. But, despite plans to consult on making the scheme permanent, the pilot has timed out by running for the maximum 18 months. The […]
Most effective ways to reduce car traffic in cities
Guardian newspaper ranks 12 most effective ways to reduce car traffic in polluted cities. This is based on a comprehensive review of the published evidence from scientific journals, peer-reviewed reports and case studies. Full details at: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/apr/16/12-most-effective-ways-cars-cities-europe
Cleanroom Monitoring added to Viridian Air Services
We have added cleanroom monitoring and compliance to our list of services. We are offering to conduct monitoring of cleanrooms or clean zone in industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, healthcare, aerospace, life sciences, and microelectronics. This could be either for the ISO 14644 compliance or for maintaining consistent, high quality environmental conditions required for specialised production […]
Birmingham Clean Air Zone from 1st June 2021
The first Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in the UK to include private vehicles is being implemented by Birmingham City Council from 1st June 2021. This follows the city of Bath’s CAZ which came into effect on March 16. Birmingham Clean Air Zone will be a Class D CAZ meaning all non-compliant, non-exempt vehicles face a […]
Institute of Air Quality Management (IAQM)
The IAQM is the professional body for air quality professionals. For access to IAQM Guidance visit their site: https://iaqm.co.uk/
EU Air Quality Data
Latest measurements from Europe's air quality monitoring network can be accessed from this site: https://www.eea.europa.eu/data-and-maps/explore-interactive-maps/up-to-date-air-quality-data
UK AIR – Latest Air Quality Measurements across the UK
To get the latest and historic air quality measurements from the Defra maintained air quality monitoring stations, visit this site: https://uk-air.defra.gov.uk/
Background Maps for Local Air Quality Management (LAQM) by Defra
To assist local authorities undertaking their air quality Review and Assessments, 2018-based background maps for years 2018 to 2030 for NO x , NO 2 , PM 10 and PM 2.5 are available from the following site: https://uk-air.defra.gov.uk/data/laqm-background-maps?year=2018