[InTime News]
Ten electronic sensors will be installed in the Kordelio-Evosmos area of western Thessaloniki by Easter to monitor odor levels in real time, addressing a long-standing issue for local residents.
Five sensors are already in place at locations including the old town hall and several schools, with five more planned for sites such as the church and the town hall.
The sensors will alert residents via text if odor levels exceed acceptable limits. A mobile app will also allow residents to report high odor levels, triggering an immediate response from the monitoring team.
The initiative, led by local authorities, Aristotle University and other partners, aims to identify the source of the persistent odor – potentially linked to industrial activities, waste management sites or other environmental factors – and implement solutions to improve air quality.