RI-URBANS Service Tools Presented at WHO: Turning Atmospheric Science into Societal Impact
Published: 29, September, 2025
The EU-funded RI-URBANS project reached an important milestone as its leaders, Tuukka Petäjä and Xavier Querol Carceller, presented the project’s 16 Service Tools at the World Health Organization (WHO).
These tools are the core outputs of RI-URBANS, developed to bridge the gap between cutting-edge atmospheric research and public health policies. They provide guidance and methodologies for authorities, regulators, and stakeholders to:
- Measure and model emerging air pollutants, such as ultrafine particles and black carbon
- Integrate advanced air quality monitoring into existing observation networks
- Strengthen the link between scientific knowledge and urban air quality management
By offering practical solutions to urban air quality challenges, the RI-URBANS Service Tools empower European cities to design more effective strategies to combat air pollution and improve the health of their citizens.
ACTRIS is proud to be part of RI-URBANS, where research infrastructures play a crucial role in translating scientific excellence into tangible benefits for society. This achievement demonstrates how long-term investment in atmospheric research directly supports better-informed policies, healthier environments, and more sustainable cities across Europe.