MI-TRAP

MItigating Transport-Related Air Pollution

Basic information of MI-TRAP

Research and Innovation Programme hosted by the European Commission 

Despite notable advancements and adherence to strict emission standards, adverse health effects continue to raise concerns. 

The concept of “real-world” emissions signifies a partial success of existing measures and technological advances in controlling fossil fuel emissions. However, emerging sources like non-exhaust emissions and microplastics pose new challenges. 

MI-TRAP focuses on mitigating uncertainties associated with these sources, particularly internal combustion engines, by examining their physicochemical transformation from tailpipe/stack to the ambient environment. 

Role of INU Air & Climate Group

Create a ship emissions inventory for five major European ports (Aarhus, Dunkirk, Lisbon, Piraeus, Rotterdam)

• Install PAQman-Watcher in target ports

• Collect AIS data

• Create high-resolution emissions maps based on vessel activity

• Integrate into MI-TRAP toolbox