Environmental monitoring refers to the systematic observation, measurement, and analysis of environmental conditions to understand natural processes, detect changes, and support informed decision-making. It plays a crucial role in safeguarding ecosystems, public health, and natural resources by providing reliable data on air, water, soil, and biological parameters. Through continuous or periodic monitoring, organizations and authorities can identify emerging environmental issues, assess risks, and evaluate the effectiveness of environmental policies and management practices.
One of the most significant aspects of environmental monitoring is air quality assessment. By measuring pollutants such as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, ozone, and volatile organic compounds, monitoring systems help identify pollution sources and trends over time. This information is essential for protecting human health, especially in urban and industrial areas where air pollution can contribute to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Advanced monitoring technologies, including remote sensing and real-time sensors, allow for rapid detection of pollution…