The Office of Sustainability at Ajman University has partnered with Al Athaab Environment and Safety Solutions LLC and Aeron Systems to launch an air quality monitoring system on campus. This collaboration aims to enhance the ambient outdoor environment, ensuring the health and safety of the university community members.
This system facilitates the monitoring of key air pollutants like carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and ozone, providing reports with precise data adhering to local and international standards. These insights empower effective measures to enhance air quality on campus, pinpointing affected areas and implementing necessary actions to uphold healthy air levels.
Ensuring high air quality within educational settings is crucial, as it significantly impacts both students and teachers. Clean air is fundamental for health and comfort, leading to improved concentration and academic performance. Furthermore, maintaining a pristine environment promotes positive interactions among students and cultivates a motivating atmosphere within classrooms. This helps in integrating the principles of SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being as well as SDG 13: Climate Action.
The Office of Sustainability at Ajman University is dedicated to fostering a healthy and sustainable learning environment for faculty, administrative staff, and students. They achieve this through diverse strategies, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and best practices to monitor and enhance air quality on campus. Additionally, they raise awareness about the importance of health and the environment through campaigns, workshops, and lectures on the impact of air quality on well-being and academic performance.