Cutting Through the Haze: Real-Time Air Monitoring in ActionAir Monitoring, Methods, and Technology
Oral Presentation
Prepared by K. Kmiotek, D. Martinez, B. Lane
Metrohm USA, 9250 Camden Field Parkway, Riverview, Florida, 33578, United States
Contact Information: [email protected]; 813-316-4700
ABSTRACT
Air quality monitoring is essential for understanding pollution trends, regulatory compliance, and public health. Traditional methods provide valuable data but often lack the time resolution needed to capture rapid changes in air composition. By leveraging real-time monitoring, we can gain more significant insights into atmospheric chemistry and pollution events as they unfold.
This presentation will explore the power of continuous air quality monitoring using ion chromatography to measure water-soluble gases and aerosols. As a real-world example, we’ll present air quality data collected on New Year's Eve, showcasing how pollution spikes from fireworks highlight key trends in chloride, potassium, sulfate and other airborne compounds. This engaging case study will demonstrate how high-frequency data collection can track short-term pollution events, improve trajectory models, and support regulatory decision-making. Join us as we take a fresh look at what’s in the air—and what we can learn from it.
