The screening tool, which is being developed within LIFE CityTRAQ, has been nominated for the BeGeo Awards 2024 in the category “Project contributing to the SDGs.

The BeGeo Awards, an event organized by the National Geographic Institute, is celebrating its eighth edition this year. The event brings together professionals from various sectors – including government, academia, research institutions, private sector and associations – to harness the full potential of geodata.

The screening tool embodies the core theme of the BeGeo Awards: the power of collaboration and innovation in the use of geo-information for sustainable development. By enabling local governments to effectively analyze their air quality using location data, the tool plays a crucial role in facilitating a targeted approach to identifying and addressing environmental problems. This not only benefits the community, but also as a contribution to more effective climate policy.

The nomination of the screening tool illustrates how geodata can play a transformative role in addressing some of the most pressing environmental issues facing municipalities This initiative marks an important step toward a more informed and active approach to air quality management at the local level.

The closing ceremony is scheduled for March 19.