Case Studies
New York breathes urban sustainability with smart sensors
- Stakeholder
Department of Environmental Protection of the City of New York (NYC DEP) | City of New York
- Sector
Research and Consulting | Urban
Challenge
New York faces critical air pollution levels driven by heavy traffic, industrial activity, and urban density. The city needed an innovative technological solution to monitor air quality in real time, with georeferenced data across distributed locations. This information was essential to bolster sustainable urban planning and enable rapid responses in complex environments such as Queens and the Bronx.
Solution
As part of the Environmental Tech Lab 2024 program, dnota AirQuality Corp deployed 8 solar-powered bettair® IoT sensors at strategic locations in Queens and the Bronx. These devices measured in real time NO₂, NO, CO, O₃, particles PM₁, PM₂.₅, PM₁₀, as well as temperature, humidity, pressure, and ambient noise. All data were integrated into a cloud-based platform for automated alerts, visualization, and analysis.
At a glance
· Red híbrida: 8 AQMS + 10 nodos Bettair.
· Compatible con LEZ a partir de enero de 2025.
· Cumple las normas CEN/TS 17660-1:2021 de precisión indicativa de la monitorización de gases.
Technologies in use
Bettair Stations
Anemometer
Bettair Platform
API Bettair
Outcomes
The network of 8 sensors enabled NYC DEP to automate environmental data collection and validation, reducing field inspections and boosting operational efficiency.
The cloud-based platform enabled automated alerts and real-time data visualization, enhancing the ability to respond to critical events.
Solar-powered and autonomous technology proved to be a clean and effective tool for demanding urban environments, reinforcing the city’s sustainability and urban intelligence.
More information
“By automating and streamlining these various aspects of air quality monitoring, Bettair technology significantly reduces the daily workload while improving the quality and accessibility of environmental data management.”
Executive Director, Bureau of Environmental Compliance
