Lodha Group, Mumbai, installed Prana Air’s air quality monitors at 32 construction sites to meet the BMC guidelines for the construction sites to mitigate air pollution. Here, let us know the entire project in detail.
Mumbai’s rapid urbanization has led to a surge in construction activities, which contribute significantly to the city’s air pollution levels. Recognizing the environmental and health implications, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) introduced stringent guidelines to mitigate air pollution emanating from construction sites.
- Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Construction Sites
- Lodha Group: Real estate company
- Ambient Air Quality Monitor
Our Client: Lodha Group
The Lodha Group, a leading real estate developer in India, operates multiple construction sites in Mumbai, facing the challenge of adhering to these stringent environmental regulations. This case study explores how Prana Air assisted Lodha in implementing these mandates, focusing on the specifics of the mandate, the monitoring systems deployed, and the outcomes achieved.
What is the BMC’s Air Quality Monitoring Mandate in Mumbai?
Air pollution has become a significant concern in urban areas like Mumbai, prompting regulatory actions to mitigate its impact, especially from construction activities. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has introduced mandates requiring air quality monitoring at construction sites larger than 500 sq. ft.These regulations stipulate the installation of monitoring systems with displays for real-time air quality data, which must be shared with BMC authorities to ensure compliance and support urban environmental management.
Regulatory Mandate and Background
The BMC’s mandated each construction site over 500 sq. ft. to install air quality monitoring sensors and display real-time data. Alongside other measures like water spraying and vehicle wheel washing to reduce dust. Besides, the data must be shared with BMC to ensure compliance, with non-compliance leading to stop-work notices. Thus, the Lodha Group installed Prana Air monitors. Since this regulatory framework aims to mitigate the environmental impact of construction, a significant source of particulate matter and other pollutants in Mumbai.
| Mandate Detail | Description |
| Site Size Threshold | Sites larger than 500 sq. ft. |
| Monitoring Requirement | Installation of air quality monitors with real-time displays |
| Data Sharing | Continuous sharing of data with BMC authorities |
| Additional Measures | Water spraying, misting, vehicle wheel washing, and environmental management plans |
| Non-Compliance Consequences | Stop-work notices and potential site sealing |
These mandates are part of broader efforts to address Mumbai’s air quality, which has been under scrutiny.
How Lodha Group Installed Air Quality Monitors with the Help of Prana Air?
Prana Air partnered with Lodha Group to install a comprehensive air quality monitoring system across 32 construction sites. The solution involved deploying advanced ambient air quality monitors capable of measuring key pollutants such as PM2.5, PM10, TVOCs, NO2, SO2, CO, and environmental parameters like temperature, humidity, and noise, aligning with the capabilities described in Prana Air: Air Quality Sensors. Each site equipped with air quality monitors for continuous display of air quality data, ensuring transparency and compliance with BMC’s display requirements. Prana Air also ensured full compliance with monitoring mandates and provided an on-site service person to handle any issues within 24 hours.
The implementation process included:
- Installation: Advanced monitors installed at each of the 32 sites, ensuring coverage across Lodha’s Mumbai operations.
- Data Sharing: Integration with BMC’s system for continuous data sharing, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Support: On-site service support for maintenance and troubleshooting, minimizing downtime within 24 hours.
Outcomes and Benefits
| Result Category | Details |
| Compliance | All 32 sites fully compliant with BMC mandates |
| Data Accuracy | Monitors provided accurate data on PM2.5, PM10, TVOCs, NO2, SO2, CO, etc. |
| Operational Efficiency | Support minimized downtime and ensured quick issue resolution within 24 hours |
| Environmental Impact | Contributed to improved air quality by controlling construction emissions |
Conclusion
The collaboration between Prana Air and Lodha Group exemplifies a successful integration of technology and proactive compliance to address urban environmental challenges. By aligning with BMC’s mandates, Lodha not only ensured regulatory adherence but also reinforced its commitment to sustainable and responsible construction practices.
