Implementation of a Mobile Pollution Monitoring Station: A Case Study for the City of Mohammédia

Electrical Engineering and Intelligent Systems (IESI) Laboratory, ENSET Mohammedia, Hassan 2nd University of Casablanca, Morocco.

^* EL ARFAOUI Adil : adil.elarfaoui-etu@etu.univh2c.ma

Abstract

This study promotes the development of automated air quality measurement devices in Mohammédia and Ben Slimane. The aim is to address air pollution, which mainly consists of fine particles (PM_2.5, PM₁₀) and polluting gases (NO₂, CO, CO₂). These gases are regularly found in concentrations that are hazardous to public health. The lack of pollution measurements by stations means that pollution in the region is not managed efficiently or actively. This calls for active, structured management of the problem. The primary aim of this project is to set up a real-time air quality measurement system using measuring equipment. Morocco, as co-host of the 2030 World Cup, is in a strategic position to carry out the project in Mohammédia and Ben Slimane. These are large cities with large areas. Internationally, the region will be impacted during the cup. During the matches, pollution management will be essential to balancing pollution levels and protecting people’s health. This will help ensure that the events run smoothly and have a positive impact. The expected results include the establishment of a network of mobile stations to monitor air pollution at several strategic locations. This data will be crucial for shaping public health and environmental planning policies. The objective is to inform the local population and international visitors to areas of high air pollution about related issues, particularly during major international events. This will encourage more responsible environmental management.