Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

Ambient monitoring is the systematic, long-term assessment of pollutant levels by measuring the quantity and types of certain pollutants in the surrounding, outdoor air.
 
The service ranges from ad-hoc passive sampling surveys to sophisticated automatic monitoring networks. Classical air pollutants, nuisance dust and most common airborne chemical stressors can be measured.
 
Air quality monitoring is carried out to:
  • Assess the extent of pollution
  • Ensure compliance with national legislation
  • Evaluate control options
  • Provide data for air quality modelling
 
There are a number of different methods to measure any given pollutant, varying in complexity, reliability, and detail of data. These range from simple passive sampling techniques to highly sophisticated remote sensing devices.
 
EHRCON can assist in:
  • The design of monitoring networks
  • Data quality assurance
  • Data analysis
  • Impact assessment
  • Routine reporting
  • Tender specifications