Support for communities turning air quality data into action
Support for communities turning air quality data into action
We support communities who want to turn air quality data into action. The Open Air Foundation works with community groups and local organisations that want to measure air pollution, share data publicly, and use evidence for education, awareness, and advocacy. A monitor alone does not create cleaner air. Communities need the skills to install it, maintain it, interpret the data, explain what the data means, and use that evidence in local action. Our support is designed around that full path from measurement to action.
Our support includes
Air Quality Monitors
Support can include AirGradient monitors for communities with little or no public air quality data, with a preference for projects that share data publicly.
Technical and Data Support
We can help with deployment planning, setup, troubleshooting, maintenance, data interpretation, and visualisation.
Communications and Advocacy Support
We can support education campaigns, awareness work, advocacy activities, and connection to a wider community advocate network.
Who This Is For
We want to hear from organisations that are close to the communities affected by air pollution and are ready to use data for public benefit.
We welcome partnerships with any organisations, regardless of their size and experience. From individual citizen scientist groups to research institutions, we are interested in fighting air pollution together.
Community-based organisations
Local groups working directly with residents affected by air pollution.
Schools and educational institutions
Schools, universities, and education programs that want to use air quality data for learning and protection.
Health and environmental advocates
Groups focused on respiratory health, environmental justice, clean air, climate, or public-interest science.
Youth-led and citizen science groups
Local initiatives ready to collect, understand, and communicate air quality evidence.
What We Expect From Partners
Public data sharing
A commitment to sharing data publicly where possible, so local evidence can benefit the wider community.
Local ownership
Willingness to maintain monitors, participate in training, and involve the community in the project.
Action-oriented use
Interest in using data for public education, health protection, awareness, advocacy, or policy engagement.
Clear project goals
Clear communication about the local problem, expected community impact, and the support needed.
Register Interest
Tell us about your organisation, location, local air quality issue, and how you hope to use monitoring data.