Urban areas lie at the heart of modern civilization. Cities play a critical role in our economies, shaping the communities that live in them.
Smart city infrastructure can play a key part in this process, and integrating air quality solutions into IoT platforms offers all stakeholders significant benefits beyond just clean air. The smart city market is a competitive one, and air quality is the one piece of the puzzle that should not be underappreciated when it comes to upgrading the product offering.
Let’s analyze the strategic upsides of investing in air quality solutions.
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Portfolio Enhancement
The UN estimates[1] that 55% of all people live in urban areas. As the global urban population grows, many companies providing smart city applications focus on basic offerings on their IoT platforms. However, integrating air quality solutions into the IoT platform shows additional dedication to public health and environmental regulation, creating a more well-rounded portfolio.
New Revenue Streams
Air quality and economic growth are intrinsically linked. Excess pollution acts to the detriment of public health, straining the healthcare sector and putting a tarnish on the city’s reputation. However, through adequate AQ monitoring, the opposite is readily achievable. By analyzing collected data, smart city solution providers can equip their customers with the right set of tools to improve air quality where necessary. This, in turn, frees up resources and attracts new businesses, all the while ensuring full ESG compliance.
Long-Term Compliance
In the face of environmental degradation, new and stricter regulations aimed to protect the planet from the effects of pollution and climate change. By preemptively employing steps to manage air quality in urban centers, cities can avoid non-compliance fines and champion greener initiatives to foster a more environmentally conscious public image.
Collaborating for Impact
Working together can drastically increase the environmental impact of smart city initiatives. Combating pollution will have a large role to play in the coming decades. Join forces with Airly and other industry leaders to shape the future of smart cities and create healthier, more sustainable environments.