Factors affecting air quality in Railway Stations
Diesel-powered trains and very crowded stations are driving a big rise in the air pollutants found at railway sites.
Particulate Matter (PM2.5 & PM10)
Airborne dust from rail tracks and debris kicked up by regular track maintenance.
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
Given off by harsh industrial solvents used during cleaning and maintenance tasks.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Given off by diesel engines and by fuel that does not fully burn inside locomotives.
Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)
Pumped heavily into the air by diesel-powered trains and large transport engines.
Congested Stations
Crowded stations block natural airflow, which traps heavy pollutants and harms indoor air quality.
Noise Pollution
Extreme noise raises stress levels and can make existing breathing problems much worse.
Diesel Emissions
Diesel engines power most heavy trains. They give off nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter (PM).
DID YOU KNOW?
According to research by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), locomotives are expected to produce over 640 tons of PM2.5 and more than 29,800 tons of NOx per year in California alone.
These huge emissions badly harm the local air quality whilst also adding heavily to global air pollution.
Areas of Concern
Railway stations act as bustling transport hubs, and this creates major air quality challenges.
Railway Stations
Train exhaust and huge crowds give off pollutants that harm both indoor and outdoor air.
Locomotive Cabins
Train drivers and crew breathe in harmful diesel fumes for very long periods.
Rail Tracks in Urban Areas
Passing trains stir up harmful dust along tracks that run right through housing areas.
Maintenance Yards
Repairs to train engines and heavy equipment release a steady stream of harmful pollutants.
Who is at Risk?
Poor air quality at train stations harms various groups, and each one faces its own health risks.
Passengers
Children, the elderly and those with existing breathing conditions face harm right away.
Train Drivers
Suffer long exposure to harmful fumes trapped tightly inside the driver's cabin.
Nearby Residents
People living close to busy railway tracks and stations breathe in the harmful fallout.
Railway Workers
Face daily, long-term exposure to heavy exhaust whilst carrying out their duties.
Air Quality Solutions
Finding and tackling these risks is truly vital to protect the health of everyone who uses railway stations.
Prana Air Ambient Air Quality Monitor
Putting advanced air monitoring systems in place is the very first step to fixing railway station air.
- Live air quality tracking
- A fully waterproof outer casing
- Low-cost devices packed with many built-in sensors
Prana Air Outdoor Air Purifier
Heavy-duty air purifiers can tackle air pollution head-on at busy train stations.
- Filters out heavy PM2.5, NOx, and VOCs
- Industrial filter system with a high capacity
- Cuts pollution levels to protect the passengers who wait
Prana Air Customised TV Displays
Design the screen layout you need and monitor live air quality for instant data insights.
- Real-time air quality data
- Customised display interface
- Makes data very easy for everyone to see
The Effects of Air Pollution at -Railway Stations
Poor air quality at railway stations damages the health of each passenger and worker. This prompts many issues.
Without Air Quality Solutions
- Poor airflow that causes high pollution spikes
- Lowers comfort levels for all who wait
- Creates an unpleasant and very stuffy waiting space.
With Air Quality Solutions
- Very good airflow and constant pollutant removal
- Boosts comfort for the general public
- Keeps the whole station space clean and fresh.
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