The National Environmental Agency says a new stage of indicative measurements to assess ambient air quality has begun across Georgia, with monitoring now covering 48 cities and settlements.
The agency notes that the monitoring network is gradually expanding. Last year, measurements were conducted in 32 cities, while this year the number has increased to 48.
During the process, specialists measure concentrations of nitrogen dioxide, benzene, and ozone. The analyses are carried out in an accredited laboratory.
Indicative measurements are conducted four times a year — in March, June, September, and November — at different locations.
“Ambient air quality monitoring across the country is also carried out through automatic stations,” the agency states. These stations operate in Tbilisi, Rustavi, Batumi, Kutaisi, Telavi, Akhaltsikhe, Mestia, and Zugdidi.
