Air Quality Research Agreement with University of Leicester for PM2.5 and Behaviour Change Pilot

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Leicester City Council awarded a contract to the University of Leicester for a research agreement under the Defra air quality grant, valued at £249,600 (£99,600).

The 18-month pilot project focused on behaviour change in a specific area of the city, continuing previous joint work on exposure to air quality dependent on transport mode.

The University of Leicester conducted two areas of work: investigation into wood burning sources of PM2.5 using levoglucosan analysis from filters placed in multiple locations, and detailed analysis of air quality monitor and map data alongside traffic and wood burning fraction data to develop data-based public engagement strategies.

The contract was secured via a waiver due to time constraints and prior collaboration.