WeCare4Air, a leading innovator in sustainable air quality solutions hosted Kemi Badenoch, MP for the Saffron Walden constituency at their facility recently.
The visit provided an opportunity for Mrs Badenoch to gain insight into the critical role that WeCare4Air plays in addressing air quality challenges and contributing to a healthier environment.
Headquartered in Leaden Roding, the business has made significant strides in pioneering sustainable technologies and solutions to combat air pollution and improve overall air quality.
During the visit, Mrs Badenoch was given a tour of WeCare4Air's facilities, which included presentations and demonstrations of innovative air quality monitoring and purification systems. This year WeCare4Air was awarded a £50k share of the Government’s £2 million Transport Research Innovation Grant for their work. The grant funds proof-of-concept projects that seek to enhance people’s daily lives and support growth across the UK.
Mrs Badenoch expressed her appreciation for the work being done by WeCare4Air and their dedication to addressing the pressing issue of air quality in the country and emphasised the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors to develop and implement effective solutions to combat air pollution.
With the India-Pacific region WeCare4Air’s largest market, founder Vanessa Ambler expressed the business’ excitement at the Government’s recent accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), which Mrs Badenoch completed in her role as Secretary of State for Business and Trade.
Commenting, Mrs Badenoch said:
"WeCare4Air is setting a commendable example of how innovation and technology can be harnessed to tackle air pollution and improve air quality.
“As the local MP, it is great to hear how the work of the Business and Trade department is supporting local businesses in the constituency and their excitement following our recent accession to the CPTPP.”
Commenting, CEO Vanessa Ambler said:
“We Care 4 Air were delighted to welcome Kemi Badenoch to our workshop. Air Pollution is the single greatest threat to environmental health, and it is vital that governments worldwide take action now.
“The guidance and support we have received from our advisors at the Department of Business and Trade and Innovate UK has been invaluable for our export and growth journey. Their expert advice and belief in our business gave us the confidence and know-how to forge ahead with our plans and ®Aeris analysers are now installed in 5 continents across the globe.
“Business funding and support is absolutely critical for SME’s like us and We Care 4 Air and ®Aeris look forward to continuing our work through these partnerships and contributing to the future success of the UK economy.”
