Air pollution affects people’s health, but in Ireland, there was no real-time system to track air quality or predict future pollution levels. This made it hard for citizens and decision-makers to take action and protect public health.
To fix this, Ireland needed better tools to monitor air quality and plan.
The LIFE EMERALD project made it possible. It created Ireland’s first real-time air quality nowcast and forecast system, including detailed maps and three-day predictions. With advanced modelling tools, the project gave people and policymakers easy access to accurate air data—helping shape healthier habits and smarter environmental policies. It’s a major step toward cleaner air for everyone in Ireland.
