With the support of the Government of Georgia, the EU and UN, the village of the municipality will transform the network of atmospheric air quality monitoring of the National Agency for Environment.
A new automatic station has been added in Tazakandi. By the end of this year, the air quality monitoring network will be expanded with 9 more automatic stations. The promotion of the air quality monitoring network is part of an EU-funded programme implemented by UN agencies in cooperation with the Austrian Environment Agency.
“Over the last ten years, the Government of Georgia, in accordance with national legislation and international standards, has taken significant steps towards expanding the air quality monitoring network and equipping it with modern technologies.” “Our priority is to strengthen air quality management through accurate data, targeted actions, and public awareness, which will create a healthier environment for all citizens of Georgia,” said Tamar Sharashidze, the First Deputy Head of the National Environment Agency.
In recent years, the Georgian government has taken several important steps in the direction of atmospheric air quality management, both in the legislative sphere and in practical measures. Particularly emphasized is the support of the international community, which is aimed at strengthening the country’s capabilities in this perspective.
“The European Union is helping to improve the monitoring of atmospheric air quality in Georgia, detecting sources of pollution and protecting human health, especially in high-risk areas.” “Where the air is cleaner, human health is better, treatment costs are less, and the quality of life is higher,” said Nikolas Sendrovich, Head of the Department of Development and Cooperation of the EU Delegation in Georgia.
It is worth noting that 18 atmospheric air quality monitoring stations are already functioning throughout the country, through which the continuous monitoring of atmospheric Air Quality is carried out in Tbilisi, Rustavi, Batumi, Kutaisi, Telavi, Akhaltsikhe, Mestia, and Zugdidi. Data from stations is available online on the Atmospheric Air Quality Portal – www.air.gov.ge.
The event was attended by representatives of the National Agency for the Environment, the European Union, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the Educational Resource Center of Gargabna Municipality.
