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[show]Back in 2019, the UK legally committed to reaching Net Zero by 2050 which means reducing the production of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Find out how CO2 monitoring sensors can support this and the other related benefits below.
Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a primary emission created through human activity and is a major contributor to climate change meaning there are a number of negative effects in the production of it.
Since the UK’s Net Zero promise, businesses' focuses have honed in on emission monitoring, especially CO2 in order to reach this target themselves.
CO2 monitoring sensors help to measure the amount of CO2 created in the air. Often utilised by construction sites, many industries use them to manage their production to ensure the safety of their employees, business, and general environment.
There has also been an increased requirement for them as emission limits can now be set by businesses to maintain health and safety and to support towards their own Net Zero target.
CO2 emissions have many negative effects, mostly due to the environmental impact and the knock-on effect this has on human beings. However, it can cause direct health effects also, making the need to reduce the production of it vital for our survival and of the planet.
Due to its link to human activity and large contribution to climate change, CO2 is the main point of focus for many as we can have a large impact in the reduction of this with all industries and as individuals.
The consequences of climate change could be widespread and severe if efforts are not made to reduce GHG emissions both as a country and globally. Monitoring CO2 can help to reduce the impact businesses contribute to global warming and support in creating a safer environment for all.
With short-term and long-term health issues related to CO2 exposure such as, breathing difficulties, dizziness, and elevated blood pressure, managing its production for those more likely to face this is important.
Those working in enclosed spaces can be placed at higher risks to these health effects, so businesses hold the responsibility to monitor and manage this appropriately otherwise they could be held liable to any consequences.
This could amount to heavy financial implications and reputational damage that could impact a business long-term.
The consequences of CO2 emissions can be severe, therefore utilising technology such as site condition monitoring sensors which measure the production of such emissions has become popular over recent years.
Having this add-on offering ourselves, WCCTV recognise the importance of this functionality for businesses and found there were various benefits in implementing this:
Depending on the location of your sensor, CO2 monitoring can help indicate how well-ventilated the area is. Where there is a build-up of CO2 this indicates that ventilation needs improving which is particularly important if employees will be present in these spaces.
By identifying this you can then make any necessary changes to keep fresh air flowing throughout that location.
For indoor settings, this may be opening a window or door to allow natural air to enter the space or through implementing a ventilation device if more suitable.
Within the construction industry, this will be extremely important as production of CO2 can be higher than other industries and workers will be spending prolonged time at the location, making it paramount as a business to measure and monitor this for safety.
As mentioned, CO2 emissions can have negative impacts on human beings both directly and indirectly, however, in the workplace your focus needs to be to prevent this for employees or visitors where possible.
Measuring the levels of CO2 present ensures the environment is safe for those working within it and to those nearby. Using sensors such as our offering Stellifii will track the emission production and will trigger alerts if levels are above the predefined rule set by yourself.
As a business you are responsible for the health and safety of your employees, most importantly providing a secure environment for them to work within. If employees have any health implications from work you can be held liable.
Implementing a site condition monitoring sensor is simple, especially with WCCTV. They can be attached to our products and offer additional measurements for:
CO2 is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for global warming, accounting for 64% of the warming effect on the climate.
Any efforts to manage and reduce this will benefit the environment, however, in order to measure this accurately and ensure you are not contributing heavily to CO2 emissions, you need a way to monitor this.
Sensors make for a simplistic tool to do this, and with WCCTV we aim to make that process as easy as possible for you.
Our site condition monitoring sensors can be attached to our Redeployable CCTV products and set with predefined rules that if surpassed will trigger an alert to warn you. This ensures that all measured conditions can be managed appropriately, including CO2.
Businesses play a large role in reaching the UK’s Net Zero target and have major influence within their specified markets. They are role models to their clients and customers, and their actions can impart a domino effect to other businesses within their industry.
For many industries now, particularly within construction, there will be limits set for the amount of CO2 produced, as well as other conditions to ensure the safety of your employees and the environment.
You may be able to set an estimate on the amount of CO2 you will produce at the beginning of a project, however, this may not be 100% accurate and there may be changes that affect it later down the line.
Utilising a sensor takes away the guesswork and accurately measures the emissions for the full period of time you require it to help you maintain your CO2 production target. It removes the burden from you and reduces that room for error.
Following the Government’s legal commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050, many businesses across various industries have created their own plans to reach Net Zero within that timeframe also.
The end goal for the UK is to reach carbon neutrality at minimum, which is where the amount of CO2 emitted into the atmosphere is balanced out by the amount removed or mitigated. Therefore CO2 and site condition monitoring sensors are key in supporting this.
By measuring the amount of CO2 production, especially when a target is set you can establish whether you are working to Net Zero yourself and reaching carbon neutrality.
This is particularly beneficial for the construction industry with it being one of the biggest contributors to GHG emissions, therefore there is a big push towards ensuring Net Zero construction sites.
Reaching Net Zero involves all of us and WCCTV understands that improving your supply chain can help you reach your own targets also.
Having environmental commitments ourselves we are constantly working to be more environmentally friendly both internally and for our customers.
Our site condition monitoring technology could be the first step towards a greener future and can be attached to any of our Rapid Deployment CCTV technology, making it even easier for you.
Contact us today to find out more!
Daniel Del Soldato
Marketing Director
Daniel has been at Wireless CCTV over 10 years and has accumulated a vast wealth of knowledge when it comes to CCTV products and the way they operate. In his spare time Daniel likes to listen to music, watch football and spend quality time with his family.
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The construction industry accounts for 40% of the UK’s carbon emissions and with a national target to reach net zero by 2050, the focus on net zero construction sites is increasing. The question is, what does this all mean? Find out everything you need to know below.
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