A Novel System for Air Quality Monitoring in the UAE Using Advanced Satellite and Modeling Techniques

Principal Investigator
Diana Francis
Department
ENGEOS Lab
Focus Area
Water & Environment
A Novel System for Air Quality Monitoring in the UAE Using Advanced Satellite and Modeling Techniques

The goal of this project is to establish a comprehensive and robust system for the monitoring of air quality conditions in the UAE that is based on satellite imagery, numerical models, and in situ observations. These advanced tools will be in the heart of a reliable monitoring system of air quality across the country, which will aid in identifying sources, both regional and local, providing vital data that will assist in the enhancement of air quality strategies and contribute towards the UAE’s progress and leadership vision to place it among the world’s best countries for quality of life by 2030.

A Novel System for Air Quality Monitoring in the UAE Using Advanced Satellite and Modeling Techniques