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What you breatheAir Quality in the Bay AreaCurrent Air QualityAir Quality Forecast MapCurrent Air QualityFind current and historical air quality and weather information based on measurements taken at stations in the Air District’s air quality data network.Open Burn MapAir Quality Forecast MapView a map that shows five-day air quality forecasts for the five Bay Area reporting zones, using the U.S. EPA's Air Quality Index scale.Air Quality SummariesOpen Burn MapView a map that shows whether prescribed burning will be allowed in the Bay Area during the current two-day period, and if so, in which areas.Air Quality SummariesView annual data collected from the Bay Area’s air quality monitoring network, showing the number of times each station recorded pollutant concentrations above air quality standards, as well as the highest readings. -
Who we regulatePermits, Facility, and Rules informationPermit Applications ReceivedPublic Notices on Permit ApplicationsPermit Applications ReceivedView a table listing permit applications received by the Air District during the last two years. Some applications require public notice and a public comment period.Synthetic Minor FacilitiesPublic Notices on Permit ApplicationsView a list of the active and historical public notices for the past few years. The Air District issues public notices to inform the public about certain projects, facilities, and permits that are under review.Title V PermitsSynthetic Minor FacilitiesView a list of Bay Area facilities that have received Synthetic Minor Operating Permits, which a facility may opt to apply for if their actual emissions are below the Title V trigger levels.Title V PermitsView a table that shows all Bay Area facilities required to have Title V, or Major Facility Review, permits. Large industrial facilities are required to issue a single comprehensive operating permit that shows all federal, state, and local air quality requirements.Public Notices on Facility Risk ReductionFacilities MapsPublic Notices on Facility Risk ReductionView a table listing facilities required to undergo health risk assessments under the Air District’s Facility Risk Reduction Program, to determine if they are subject to further risk reduction requirements.Current RulesFacilities MapsView a map showing the locations of facilities that are regulated by the Air District. You can zoom in to get more information about individual facilities and learn about their emissions.Current RulesView a table containing links to the text of all of the Air District’s rules and regulations, which are legally enforceable, improve local air quality, and protect the health of Bay Area residents. -
What we measureEmissions, Standards, and other DataEmission Reduction Credit Bank StatusData on Emissions InventoriesEmission Reduction Credit Bank StatusView available banked Emission Reduction Credits in the Air District’s jurisdiction. Companies receive credits by reducing emissions which can be used to offset emissions increases from new projects and traded or sold.Air Quality Standards and Attainment StatusData on Emissions InventoriesRead about the emissions inventories the Air District prepares of criteria air pollutants, greenhouse gases, and toxic air contaminants for federal, state, regional, and local uses, and find specific inventory data.GHG DataAir Quality Standards and Attainment StatusView the state and federal standards for 11 types of air pollutants, as well as the Bay Area’s attainment status for each pollutant.GHG DataView data from the Air District’s greenhouse gas monitoring network relating to concentrations of significant GHGs, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and carbon monoxide, as well as meteorological conditions.Flare DataCARE DataFlare DataFind links to more than 10 years of data about flaring from the five Bay Area refineries. You can see how often and how much gas is flared, and view bar graphs showing flaring emissions.Air Monitoring MapsCARE DataFind links to maps and other data files associated with the Community Air Risk EvaluationProgram, which identified areas where air pollution contributes most to health impacts.Air Monitoring MapsView a map showing locations and information about stations in the Air District’s air monitoring and meteorology network, as well as ground-level monitors placed near large industrial facilities such as oil refineries. -
How to get involvedInteract with the Air DistrictMake an Air Quality ComplaintSubscriptions and NotificationsMake an Air Quality ComplaintMake an air quality complaint online. The Air District encourages residents to report general air pollution problems, excessive wood smoke, and smoking vehicles.Board MeetingsSubscriptions and NotificationsSign up to receive the latest air quality news and events in e-newsletters and email messages distributed by the Air District.Annual BudgetBoard MeetingsView a table that lists the Air District’s Board of Directors and committee meetings, along with related agendas, minutes, and resolutions. Agendas are posted 72 hours before each meeting.Annual BudgetView the Air District’s proposed and approved annual budgets and related public notices.
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