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Air pollution is a critical problem that affects public health and the environment. Our proposal addresses this challenge by using low-cost Internet of Things (IoT) devices for the analysis of air quality in the city of Chitre-Herrera. This research aimed to evaluate air quality in Chitre using stations equipped with Arduino boards and sensors that generated information on polluting agents during the month of August.
The methodology involved the installation of stations in the towns of Chitre Cabecera and San Juan Bautista, where the levels of PM2.5, PM10 and CO2 were measured. Descriptive statistical techniques will be used to identify patterns and compare conditions between townships. The results obtained indicate that the concentrations of PM2.5, PM10 and CO2 are within the acceptable limits established by the WHO, with average values ??of PM2.5 = 2.85 µg/m³, PM10 = 5.63 µg/m³ and CO2 = 51.65 ppm . The data collected shows that the levels of particles and CO? are acceptable or low, which does not imply a considerable danger to the health of the population. According to the measured parameters, Chitre air is safe and without threat of pollution. This study will serve as a valuable reference point for health and education entities that are dedicated to research on environmental and public health issues, contributing to the development of policies and actions for the continuous improvement of air quality in the region.
