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Air Quality Geospatial Analysis in Vulnerable Areas. Case Study of Valencia (Spain)

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  • Nuria Guardiola Ibáñez

    (Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, 46022 Valencia, Spain)

  • Eloina Coll Aliaga

    (Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, 46022 Valencia, Spain
    ITACA Research Institute, Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Camí de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain)

  • Maria Joaquina Porres De La Haza

    (Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, 46022 Valencia, Spain)

  • Victoria Lerma Arce

    (ITACA Research Institute, Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Camí de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain)

  • Edgar Lorenzo-Sáez

    (ITACA Research Institute, Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Camí de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain)

Abstract

The escalating concern over poor air quality, particularly nitrogen dioxide (NO 2 ), poses a critical public health challenge, especially for vulnerable populations, such as children, older adults, and those with chronic diseases. This study aimed to analyze air quality in areas with vulnerable populations through a geospatial analysis of NO 2 concentration measured by the passive dosimetry method in 2022. The results reveal high vulnerability caused by areas with over-centralized facilities and high concentrations of nitrogen dioxide, often coinciding with busy avenues. The study emphasizes the urgent need to address air quality disparities, providing crucial insights for public decision-makers to allocate resources effectively and reduce environmental inequalities in the city, ultimately safeguarding the health of at-risk communities.

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  • Nuria Guardiola Ibáñez & Eloina Coll Aliaga & Maria Joaquina Porres De La Haza & Victoria Lerma Arce & Edgar Lorenzo-Sáez, 2024. "Air Quality Geospatial Analysis in Vulnerable Areas. Case Study of Valencia (Spain)," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 21(10), pages 1-16, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:21:y:2024:i:10:p:1278-:d:1485768
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