A citizen science project bringing simple, affordable air quality sensing to Bristol and the UK.
Welcome to Air Apparent, a “citizen sensing” project for people with an interest in the quality of the air around them. We want everyone to be better informed so they can make choices which are good for their health and the health of those around them.
Live air pollution map of Bristol (view full screen)
Want to know more? Take a look at what we do.
What is it? Air pollution comes in a number of forms and from a range of sources. Common types of air pollution include: Particulate matter (usually known as PM10 and PM2.5) Nitrogen oxides Ozone Carbon monoxide Volatile organic compounds Benzene and there are many more. All these pollutants cause harm to humans and animals, but the… Continue reading Air Pollution
Air Apparent Air Apparent is a “citizen sensing” project for people with an interest in the quality of the air around them. It helps people to be better informed and to make choices which are better for their health and the health of those around them. The “sensing” part is done with a kit you will… Continue reading What we do
Catch up with Air Apparent and build your own air quality sensor
Even though the purpose was serious, the workshop was fun. Assembly was surprisingly straight forward. Recommended.
A useful training session and great for participants to build their own air quality sensor. Am looking forward to getting on the map.
