Why municipalities partner with IQAir
Cities partner with IQAir to strengthen transparency and make air quality information easier for residents and decision-makers to understand.
- Greater environmental transparency through accessible air quality data
- Real-time monitoring insights that support informed public communication
- Reliable monitoring technology supported by global air quality expertise
- Public dashboards and visualization tools that make complex data easier to understand
- School engagement initiatives that promote environmental awareness among students
- Flexible implementation options that can begin with targeted pilot initiatives
- Global credibility supported by IQAir’s leadership in air quality data and the World Air Quality Report
Collaboration highlight: Bangkok
IQAir is working with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) on a city-led collaboration focused on transparency and public engagement, including:
- Open access to air quality information across districts
- API-supported decision support for city teams (real-time and recent historical data)
- School-focused monitoring to connect air quality data with local communities
Collaboration snapshot:
Bangkok (BMA) + IQAir
A city-led partnership pairing municipal leadership with technical support to expand access to air quality data and strengthen local engagement.
BMA’s role (City leadership & implementation)
- Leads local coordination across districts, schools, and stakeholders
- Enables public access to air quality information and city communications
- Facilitates implementation through local processes, partners, and approvals
IQAir’s role (Technical expertise & data platform support)
- Provides access to real-time hourly air quality data and recent historical data via the IQAir API
- Supports mapping and dashboard tools for clearer visibility across districts
- Advises on monitoring deployment, maintenance, and data quality practices
- Supports school-focused monitoring initiatives and classroom-appropriate approaches
Build a stronger air quality future for your city
Cities around the world are improving how air quality is monitored, communicated, and understood.
IQAir helps municipalities expand monitoring, improve access to environmental data, and strengthen public engagement.
Building on active city collaborations such as Bangkok, IQAir supports city-led efforts to modernize monitoring, share transparent data, and connect residents, schools, and public agencies to reliable air quality insights.
3 Steps to Cleaner Air
IQAir supports cities and municipalities at different stages of monitoring development. Many start with a pilot in priority districts, schools, or public facilities, then expand coverage and engagement over time.
Step 1
Discovery and assessment
IQAir works with city teams to review current monitoring, priorities, and integration needs. This phase typically includes:
- Reviewing existing monitoring networks
- Identifying coverage gaps
- Discussing integration with municipal platforms
- Defining pilot opportunities (monitoring and/or schools)
Outcome: A preliminary roadmap outlining options for monitoring, integration, and engagement.
Step 2
Pilot design and deployment
IQAir and the city define a pilot monitoring initiative based on local priorities. Possible components include:
- Outdoor monitoring stations
- Indoor pilots in schools or public facilities
- Integration with city dashboards or platforms
- Public-facing maps and visualizations
Outcome: A pilot framework that informs future expansion.
Step 3
Public engagement and reporting
Cities can use monitoring insights to support public awareness, planning, and education. IQAir can help cities:
- Communicate conditions to residents
- Publish data through dashboards and public platforms
- Support education resources for schools and communities
Outcome: Clearer public reporting and stronger community awareness.
Monitoring, data, and integration
Monitoring networks often include sensors measuring pollutants such as PM2.5. Depending on scope, deployments may include district-level outdoor monitoring and indoor pilots in schools or public facilities.
Cities can integrate IQAir data into municipal websites, dashboards, or city platforms. The partnership can support:
- API access to real-time air quality data
- Historical datasets for analysis and reporting
- Maps and dashboards showing conditions across districts
- Data quality guidance, maintenance practices, and documentation for public communication
FAQs
Cities retain access to monitoring data and determine how it is shared through municipal platforms or public dashboards.
Timelines vary depending on scope and approvals, but pilot initiatives can often be planned collaboratively and expanded over time.
IQAir provides guidance on deployment, maintenance, and monitoring system performance to support reliable environmental insights.
Yes. IQAir platforms support APIs and integration with municipal dashboards and systems.
Programs operate in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection regulations.
What IQAir provides:
- City-led collaboration model supported by IQAir technical expertise
- Monitoring for outdoor and indoor environments (scope varies by city)
- Real-time and historical air quality data access through IQAir platforms and APIs
- Public dashboards, maps, and visualizations to support transparency
- School-focused monitoring options that support community engagement
- Flexible scope aligned with municipal priorities and procurement pathways
Ideal for:
- Municipal environmental departments and sustainability/climate offices
- Public health agencies and risk communication teams
- Smart city, data, or innovation offices
- Education departments, school districts, and public facilities teams
- Cities expanding, modernizing, or integrating existing monitoring networks
Download the IQAir AirVisual App
See real-time, historical, and forecast air quality data in one place so you can better protect yourself from unhealthy air wherever you go.
- Historical, real-time, and forecast air pollution data across more than 5,000 cities in over 100 countries
- 7-day air pollution and weather forecasts to help plan daily activities
- Air quality alerts when outdoor conditions change
- Real-time air quality and weather information from global monitoring networks
- Air pollution news and educational resources on current events and research
- Health recommendations to help reduce exposure to air pollution
Schools are learning hubs
IQAir’s Schools4Earth program helps schools become air quality hubs for their communities. By providing real-time environmental data, schools can support healthier learning environments, strengthen environmental education, and share local air quality information with students, families, and neighborhoods.
- Supports healthier school environments with real-time air quality visibility
- Helps schools make more informed decisions about outdoor activities
- Advances environmental education through real-world local data
- Expands community access to air quality information through trusted local institutions
A collaborative model for cities
IQAir works with cities and municipalities through a flexible, collaborative model designed to support local priorities around air quality monitoring, transparency, and community engagement.
Each collaboration is tailored to local needs and implemented through standard municipal processes.
- Projects are scoped and implemented through separate agreements and/or standard procurement pathways
- Activities follow applicable laws, policies, and regulatory requirements
- Participation does not imply preferential treatment or exclusivity
Get in touch
Cities interested in the IQAir City Partnership Program are invited to connect with our team. A short introductory conversation can help assess fit for a pilot initiative or monitoring expansion.
What to expect after you submit
We’ll follow up to schedule a short scoping call to review your current approach, priorities, and potential pilot areas. If helpful, we can share example dashboards and integration options.
