Climate-Neutral and Smart City Liepāja
Every journey shapes the city's future. Track Liepāja's collective progress and see how your transport choices impact the goal of climate neutrality by 2030.
Did you know that up to 50% of urban air pollution in Liepāja comes from traffic?
Smart technology helps track and measure what's in Liepāja's air. By focusing on traffic – the city's biggest source of pollution – everyone's daily choices can make a real difference.
Jump on the bus! One full bus takes 60 cars off the road
Short trip? Walking or cycling boosts your health and the city's air quality
Going electric means zero emissions while driving
Your personal data is safe with us.
GaiaHub accesses public information from the car registry (CSDD) to analyze vehicle pollution data. All data is anonymized and only aggregate information is shared with city officials.
Why is it important to track air quality?
Tracking air quality is essential for ensuring the health and well-being of Liepāja's citizens and for achieving long-term environmental sustainability goals.
Health impact
Clean air is vital for reducing the risk of respiratory and cardiovascular illnesses, particularly for children, the elderly, and vulnerable populations.
Global Goals
Monitoring and improving air quality aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and Goal 13 (Climate Action).
Liepāja’s Commitment
The city has pledged to adopt sustainable practices, including reducing emissions from urban transport, promoting green spaces,and transitioning to renewable energy sources to improve overall air quality.
Keeping an Eye on Traffic
Smart Technology at Work
- Counting cars and buses passing by
- Spotting electric vs traditional vehicles
- Finding the busiest times of day
- Measuring air quality impact in real-time
Making a Difference
This data helps everyone in Liepāja make smarter choices about getting around town. From choosing the best time for a trip to tracking the city's progress toward cleaner air, these insights shape how the city moves forward.
Privacy note: All traffic monitoring is anonymous and focuses only on vehicle types and patterns, never on individuals.
What you can do
Moving towards a greener future is a job for everyone, not just government officials. Each and every one of us can contribute to the change.
Plan trips during lower pollution times
Choose cleaner transport options
Use eco-driving techniques
The air quality monitoring in Liepāja connects to a broader global effort through the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - a worldwide action plan for a better future:
Good Health and Well-being
Cleaner air means healthier people. By reducing vehicle emissions, we help everyone breathe easier and live better.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Traffic monitoring and emission reduction make the city more livable and environmentally friendly. The result: cleaner air, less noise, and better spaces for everyone.
Climate Action
Each emission reduction contributes to fighting climate change. Walking, cycling, or taking the bus becomes part of the climate solution.
Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Smart technology helps solve real urban challenges. This traffic monitoring system demonstrates how innovation can improve city life for everyone."
By staying informed, we can allcontribute to creating a healthier, greener Liepāja.
Read more about Liepāja's Low Emission Zone CO2 Monitoring