Mapping for Change

Redbridge Cares for their Air Quality

On 26th September 2023 Karissa Johnson posted in News, Projects

It’s been six months since the launch of We Care for Our Air Redbridge, a project aimed at understanding air quality in the borough. During this time, the community has come together to make commitments to support cleaner air.

We Care for our Air Redbridge has two strands to tackle the issue of air pollution head-on. Firstly, is our citizen-led data collection effort using NO₂ diffusion tubes and hand-held particulate monitors. The second part of our mission is all about raising awareness and educating the community about the risks of air pollution. We focus on what actions each person can take to avoid pollution and improve the air in Redbridge.

We’re recruiting!

On 6th January 2023 Hannah posted in News, Uncategorised

Do you want to join the Mapping for Change team as our Community Engagement Officer?

Digital tools to support Climate Smart Agriculture in Nigeria

On 9th September 2021 Maria posted in Projects

In Nigeria, 70% of the population are involved in agriculture at a subsistence level. Most of their farming systems follow traditional methods, such as slash and burn, and are increasing their chemical dependence. These elements are key drivers of rising deforestation, land degradation and ecosystem loss, among others. In addition, the impact of climate variability has altered Nigeria’s rainfall and temperature regimes over the past decade.

Science in the City Returns…

On 17th August 2021 Hannah posted in News, Projects, Uncategorised

What impact has the air pollution reduction measures introduced by the City of London Corporation over the past six years had? That’s what we’re aiming to find out! Levels of particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide can be a concern in urban areas. Both air pollutants are associated with fuel combustion; transport and heating.

Mapping Sustainable Travel

On 10th August 2021 Louise posted in Featured, News, Projects

When facing place-based environmental, social and cultural issues, including the challenges of decarbonising transport, maps are an effective tool. They can help us collect information about an area, bring issues to the table, build a shared local vision, and act as a tool of communication with decision makers.

2021: An online odyssey

On 28th July 2021 Maria posted in Events

This second ‘pandemic’ year keeps us all socially distancing while also providing a unique opportunity to participate in all types of online events.

Planting More Healthy Air in Schools

On 23rd July 2021 Hannah posted in News, Projects, Uncategorised

There are three key elements to bringing about positive change: raising awareness, gathering evidence and taking action. And Planting Healthy Air in Schools has achieved all three!

What we learned about air pollution in Lambeth

On 8th March 2021 Perrine Machuel posted in News, Projects, Uncategorised

Meanwhile, in Kampala…

On 30th November 2020 Maria posted in Projects, Uncategorised

Against all odds, the project we initiated in February to tackle odour pollution in the capital city of Uganda progresses. Neither COVID nor national elections have been able to stop the work that we are doing with schools and markets.

Climate Emergency- Help!

On 24th November 2020 Hannah posted in Events, News, Uncategorised

Aside from having the luxury of not having to present at a conference for once, attending the online Climate Emergency Conference was a real treat! It was inspiring to hear about so many people working together to help the UK reach its Carbon Zero target. From Councils to activists, farmers to consumers, we all have our role to play.