During the first quarter of 2025, a pilot test has been carried out in the Port of Barcelona to analyse the impact of air pollution in this area. This initiative is part of a pilot project that seeks to anticipate the new requirements established by the European Directive on air quality.
Faced with the current environmental challenges and the need to implement effective measures to mitigate the impact of pollution, 4sfera has carried out spot measurements at seven points strategically distributed throughout the port. Using passive samples, the pilot study will provide information on the spatial variation of the concentration of nitrogen dioxide (NO2).
This action is part of the recent modification of the limit levels of immission established by the new European directive, which will come into force in 2030. The regulatory changes will force ports, cities and industries to strengthen their air quality control policies in order to comply with more demanding standards.
“Air pollution in ports is a crucial issue, as it affects both human health and ecosystems. With this pilot project, we want to study the spatial variation of NO2 in the area to help implement effective policies to improve air quality,” explains the 4sfera Innova technical team.
The results obtained from this monitoring will be used to assess the current state of air quality in the Port of Barcelona and define corrective actions to reduce the environmental impact. This information will be key both for the Barcelona Port Authority and for those responsible for environmental and urban planning policies.
With initiatives like this, 4sfera reaffirms its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering real environmental solutions to meet local and global challenges in terms of air quality.