Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are chemical substances that readily evaporate at ambient temperatures. They originate from industrial processes, solvents, fuels and many everyday products. Certain VOCs can affect human health and contribute to the formation of ground-level ozone and other secondary pollutants. Read more
It is impossible to imagine a world without plastics, medicines, fertilizers, or fuels. The petrochemical industry is the backbone of modern life, providing the essential materials that sustain our daily lives. However, this progress comes at an invisible cost: a...
It is impossible to remain indifferent to the significant impact that our waste is having on both human health and the planet. There are solutions, but the growth of the population and urbanisation, along with inadequate waste management in landfills worldwide, make...
Landfill sites are a materialisation of a consumption model noted for the enormous amount of waste it generates. These installations can result in unpleasant odours, but deploying landfill gas emissions monitoring systems is the solution for reducing the nuisance...
A refinery does not fail all at once, it fails drop by drop, through leaks that are invisible to the naked eye yet dangerously constant, through emissions that no one measures in time. Emissions monitoring in refineries is now one of the most critical operational...
Volcanic eruptions are among the planet’s most awe-inspiring natural spectacles. Yet behind the incandescent lava and towering ash columns lies a less visible reality: the effects these emissions have on air quality, health and the environment. In this article, we...
Odour pollution is an increasingly relevant environmental issue due to its negative impact on public health and quality of life. Although often seen as a minor nuisance, its consequences can be significant for both human health and the environment. In this article, we...