University of the Punjab

The award will enhance Pakistan’s air quality monitoring capabilities by establishing Faisalabad’s first-ever air quality monitoring network. This project will deploy 10 low-cost air quality monitors across key areas (industrial, commercial, and residential sectors) in Faisalabad, which is Pakistan’s third most populous city and a major industrial hub. The obtained PM2.5 data will be used to identify pollution hotspots and advocate for stricter air quality standards, ultimately contributing towards improving air quality and public health.

Clean air is a fundamental human right. The main goal is empowering communities with real-time data to breathe easier. By deploying a network of low-cost air quality monitors across Faisalabad, to identify pollution hotspots, advocate for stricter regulations, and inspire collective action. We believe that by making air quality data accessible to all, we can drive positive change and improve public health.

Dr. Zaeem Bin Babar, Assistant Professor, Institute of Energy and Environmental Engineering, University of the Punjab