Health Aware Optimized Route Planner for Reduced Urban Hyperlocal Pollution Exposure

This paper presents a routing engine designed to direct users through routes with healthier air quality in urban environments. Employing an approach that integrates geospatial analysis and air quality indices, we establish ‘healthy routes’ that minimize exposure to harmful particulate matter (PM). Our methodology leverages shortest path algorithms, enhanced by air quality ratings, to generate environmentally optimized paths. Initial results indicate identical routes using PM2.S and NO2 data, suggesting effective route consistency. This study aims to contribute to urban planning and public health by providing a practical tool for minimizing pollution exposure.