In a bid to control air pollution in the city, the Kozhikode Corporation will soon begin conducting a carbon audit (carbon mapping) with the support of institutions such as the Centre for Water Resources Development and Management (CWRDM) and the Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA).

Earlier, while presenting the Corporation’s Budget for 2026-27, deputy mayor S. Jayasree announced that the audit would be carried out at regular intervals. An initial sum of ₹10 lakh has also been allocated in the Budget to implement projects aimed at improving air quality based on the findings of the studies.

Officials said that the CWRDM had been asked to submit a detailed project report. “The CWRDM has already submitted an initial proposal, and now we expect them to come up with a detailed project report. Once they submit it, which is expected in the coming days, we will formulate a detailed plan for conducting the carbon audit. It is not going to be a one-time initiative, but will be carried out at regular intervals,” said a corporation official.

The audit is expected to assess the city’s carbon emissions from various sectors. The findings are expected to help the civic body identify major sources of emissions and formulate targeted interventions to reduce its carbon footprint.

Officials said the audit would also provide baseline data for tracking changes in air quality. The data generated through the audit is expected to support future urban planning initiatives and climate-resilient development projects in the city.

Further, as per the Budget proposal, a project titled ‘Haritha Residence’ will be formulated and implemented with the cooperation of residents’ associations. The detailed project plan will be prepared in consultation with the associations. The initiative, according to authorities, will help improve air and water quality within the Corporation limits.

The Budget has also proposed renovating Mananchira under the City Beautification project and transforming it into the city’s natural “oxygen parlour”.