It’s simple. We are directly impacted by air pollution and know the harm it causes.
Our story began in 2019, during the intense burning season in northern Thailand. Our founders saw their own children and families struggling with the health consequences of breathing severely polluted air daily. Determined to protect their community, starting with their children’s school, they launched a project to install affordable air quality sensors. This enabled the school to monitor conditions and take proactive steps to improve indoor air, a measure that soon caught the eye of other concerned schools.
Today, AirGradient is a global team, but that initial, personal motivation remains our compass. Each of us, no matter where we are based, has faced the negative impacts of hazardous air quality. It’s this shared experience that drives our commitment to empower others facing similar challenges. Born from a grassroots effort, we deeply believe in supporting community projects and initiatives dedicated to creating healthier environments through cleaner air.
At AirGradient, we actively participate in initiatives that help communities monitor and improve air quality. From donating monitors to underserved areas to collaborating with schools and organizations, our projects aim to raise awareness, provide real-time data, and promote healthier environments.
One example of our commitment in action is our partnership with Pacha Ayllu in Ecuador. This grassroots group, driven by dedicated parents and relatives deeply concerned about the impact of air pollution on children’s health, initiated the creation of a Family-Led Clean Air Observatory. Their goal is to provide citizens across Ecuador with accessible, real-time air quality data, empowering them to understand environmental conditions and advocate effectively for healthier communities. AirGradient is proud to support their vital work by donating outdoor and indoor monitors, which are being strategically placed near schools, childcare centers, and parks in major cities like Quito, Guayaquil, and Cuenca, turning community concern into data and action. Read more.
We are also inspired by and actively support youth-led movements like Sustenta Honduras. This dynamic organization challenges traditional notions of changemaking by empowering young people in Honduras to take the lead on climate action and sustainable development. Through their ‘Aire Limpio Honduras’ project, Sustenta Honduras volunteers are installing AirGradient outdoor monitors - beginning in the town of Lamani - to democratize access to air quality information. Beyond the technology, they are building community capacity through workshops and ongoing support, demonstrating remarkable initiative and resilience. Supporting Sustenta Honduras reflects our belief in fostering the next generation of environmental stewards and equipping them with the tools to make a tangible difference. Read more.
We’re also collaborating with the Mechai Bamboo School in rural Thailand, a remarkable institution operating on a unique model of community service. Located in a region grappling with significant air pollution, particularly during the annual burning season, the school empowers its students through practical engagement. Our joint program provides air quality monitors and hands-on training, equipping these young people with the knowledge of air quality science, the skills to use monitoring technology, and the inspiration to become active environmental stewards and advocates for cleaner air—reflecting AirGradient’s own community-focused beginnings. Read more.
We are collaborating with UNICEF Lao PDR and Office of Innovation on an initiative to enhance air quality monitoring across the country. Recognizing the significant impact of air pollution on vulnerable populations, particularly children, this project addresses a historical data gap by deploying AirGradient monitors in 150 schools nationwide. This extensive network provides crucial real-time, localized air quality data, marking a substantial increase in monitoring capacity. The project also focuses on capacity building through hands-on training for teachers, students, and local officials, empowering communities to understand air quality, use monitoring tools, and take informed action to protect health. Read more.
We are also actively working with other organisations and communities worldwide. If you’re active in air quality and adjacent fields, we would love to add your work here!
At AirGradient, we are impact-driven but recognise that our impact alone is limited. We share a fundamental goal with NGOs and community groups: to bring air quality awareness to more people and create healthier environments for all. We want to work with driven organisations who are passionate about this mission. Here’s how we align:
We are united by a common commitment to improving air quality and empowering communities through education and action.
We believe in the power of partnership to amplify our collective voice and drive meaningful change.
We are dedicated to providing accessible tools and resources that enable communities to understand and address their air quality challenges.
We are committed to using data to inform advocacy and drive evidence-based solutions for a healthier future.
Building on our shared mission, here’s how the AirGradient partnership empowers your organisation to achieve its clean air goals:
Each NGO has unique needs and challenges. Receive tailored support, including technical assistance, training, and guidance on data interpretation, ensuring effective use of the technology and interpretation of the data.
We are happy to provide in-kind donations for organisations that are looking to expand their air quality monitoring networks.
The program fosters collaboration between partner organisations. Connect with other NGOs and community groups, creating opportunities for knowledge sharing, joint projects, and amplified impact.
The partnership works to amplify the work your organisation is doing and highlight the collaboration. We would love to share your story with our community and relevant partners.
We can offer financial support to some partners. AirGradient is part of 1% For the Planet, and we make regular contributions to organisations that are part of the program whose main mission is to combat air pollution. If you are already part of the program or are planning to join, please contact us; we might be able to support you through the platform.
We also offer a partner program which allows your organisation to earn up to 8% on monitors sold through a unique link. This is an opt-in program, and we view it as a way to share profits with our partners who help us in our mission to improve awareness around air quality.
If you are interested in either 1% For the Planet or in joining our commission program, please reach out to our team.
We’re eager to partner with a diverse range of organisations dedicated to improving air quality and community well-being. If you share our mission of trying to create a healthier planet (regardless of size or field), we would love to work with you.
We also welcome collaborations with:
Organizations actively engaged in environmental protection, conservation, and advocacy, with a focus on air quality issues
Grassroots groups working directly with communities to address local environmental challenges, including air pollution.
Schools, universities, and research institutions committed to educating and empowering students and the public about environmental issues, particularly air quality.
Organizations working to protect public health, with a focus on the impact of air pollution on respiratory health and overall well-being.
we are looking for partners who can take part in collaborative efforts to raise air quality awareness and drive positive change within your community.
From our partners, we expect genuine commitment to our shared vision of improving air quality and empowering communities.
We expect a commitment to utilising the collected air quality data to inform your advocacy, educational programs, and community initiatives. We also prefer if all data is made public, and is contributed to platforms like OpenAQ.
We may run events and collaborate on other projects. We are looking for partners who are willing to collaborate to bring more visibility to both your organisation and air quality.
We hope that through our partnerships, we can create long-lasting collaborations that not only benefit AirGradient and your organisation, but also the community as a whole.
Our program is still in the early phases and we are actively seeking feedback. If you’re interested in joining, please reach out to us via the email address below. We are actively seeking insights into the needs and wants of our partner organisations, and we would love to hear your feedback so we can create a program that effectively supports your clean air initiatives.
To express your interest in the program, please contact us at the email address below.
