How will smart poles detect and deter pollution in Pasir Gudang?

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Smart poles in Pasir Gudang will detect pollution using sensors and cameras, and deter it through alarms and recorded evidence
The Pasir Gudang City Council (MBPG) has installed smart pole systems in industrial, community and river areas to monitor and detect pollution activities. The poles use closed-circuit cameras (CCTV) and sensors that can detect air quality parameters including pH, ammonia and nitrate, while also covering water and noise pollution. When pollution levels or impact readings exceed dangerous parameters for residents, an alarm will sound, and the camera can take pictures of individuals causing pollution.
Sensors measure multiple pollution types and trigger alerts
MBPG said the smart poles are equipped with sensors to detect air quality, with measurable parameters including pH, ammonia and nitrate. The system is also described as capable of detecting water pollution and noise pollution, rather than focusing on air quality alone. MBPG further stated that an alarm will warn when pollution is detected, including situations where an impact sensor exceeds parameters considered dangerous for residents.
CCTV captures images of people linked to pollution incidents
Alongside sensing capabilities, each smart pole system includes a CCTV camera. MBPG said the camera can take pictures of individuals who cause pollution. This combines monitoring with recorded visual evidence during pollution-related activity in the monitored areas.
Alarms respond when readings exceed resident-safety thresholds
The device is designed to activate an alarm if sensor readings indicate danger to residents. MBPG described this as occurring when the impact sensor exceeds parameters that are considered dangerous for those living nearby. The alarm function is therefore tied to threshold-based detection rather than general observation.
The rollout covers hot spots now, with expansion planned for next year
MBPG said 10 hot spot locations, including Sungai Kim Kim, have been installed with the smart pole system since last month. The council is targeting installation at another 200 locations next year. The smart poles were announced in connection with MBPG’s Sungai Buluh Rehabilitation Programme, implemented with Marine And Heavy Engineering Holdings Berhad (MHB) under a memorandum of understanding.

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