31 Oct Hearth Summit Athens | Insights from the Parallel Session on Air Quality Monitoring
Today, MI-TRAP had the opportunity to engage with various stakeholders during a parallel session focused on air quality monitoring at the Hearth Summit held at Impact Hub Athens.
Introduction to MI-TRAP
The session commenced with a welcoming introduction by Prof. Chrysi Laspidou, Vice-Rector of Innovation, Internationalization, Collaborations and Digital Governance University of Thessaly, head of Amaranthus and One Planet Thessaly, who provided an overview of MI-TRAP and its mission to enhance air quality through innovative monitoring strategies. Following her introduction, Manos Manousakas, researcher at NCSR Demokritos, delivered a detailed presentation outlining key aspects of air quality measurement, including methodologies and the importance of community involvement.
Collaborative Discussions
Participants were encouraged to share their insights and experiences regarding air quality monitoring. The discussions centered around how monitoring efforts can be co-created with active participation from citizens. Attendees shared successful stories highlighting effective community initiatives while also addressing the challenges they face in the monitoring process.
Key Takeaways
One of the primary takeaways from the session was the evident enthusiasm among stakeholders to become actively involved in initiatives aimed at improving air quality monitoring. Participants expressed a strong desire to disseminate good practices within their communities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and shared knowledge in driving positive change.
