Bay Area Air Quality

Grant funds are available for all Bay Area homeowners to replace wood-burning devices with an electric heat pump! In one modern system, heat pumps provide energy-efficient cooling in the summer and reliable, even heat in the winter. ❄️☀️ Learn more at baaqmd.gov/woodsmokegrant.

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The Bay Area’s first Regional Climate Action Plan is here. 👏🌎 This comprehensive roadmap outlines strategies to reduce climate pollution, improve air quality, and advance a carbon-neutral future for the region. Read the plan: bit.ly/3MmoGUw #ClimateAction #CleanAir

Today, 4/1, Bay Area air quality is expected to be Good in all regions. Tomorrow, 4/2, air quality is expected to be Moderate in the Coast and Central Bay and Santa Clara Valley, Good in all other regions. See the forecast at bit.ly/AQforecast.

Today, air quality advisory for smoke from the Marina Fire in the East Bay! Air quality is expected to be Moderate in the Coast & Central Bay, Good in all other regions. On 3/31 and 4/1, air quality is expected to be Good in all regions. See the forecast: bit.ly/AQforecast

The Air District has fined Anheuser-Busch $2.3 million for multiple air quality violations at its brewery in Fairfield. This action ensures accountability and reinforces the importance of compliance for all facilities operating in our region.

Air Quality Advisory: Smoke from the Marina Fire is expected to impact air quality in the East Bay on Sunday and Monday. Check fire.airnow.gov and take steps to avoid exposure. Learn how at baaqmd.gov/wildfiresafety.

The Air District’s zero-NOx appliance rules are designed to improve air quality and public health and transition Bay Area homes and businesses to clean appliances. Get the facts:

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The Air District is aware of visible emissions and odors from the Valero Refinery in Benicia. Air District inspectors will be closely monitoring. Report air quality complaints: 800-334-ODOR or at bit.ly/4bs8iw7.

Today, Bay Area air quality is expected to be Moderate in the Coast & Central Bay and Santa Clara Valley, Good in all other regions. Tomorrow, air quality is expected to be Moderate in the Coast & Central Bay, Good in all other regions. See the forecast at bit.ly/AQforecast

Today Bay Area air quality is expected to be Moderate in the Coast & Central Bay and Santa Clara Valley, Good in all other regions. On 3/24, AQ is expected to be Good in the Eastern Zone and the South Central Bay, Moderate in all other regions. See more at bit.ly/AQforecast

Interested in applying for the People’s Air Grant Program? Join our webinars to learn more: 🗓️ March 24: Program overview and eligible project types 🗓️ April 9: How to prepare a competitive proposal and navigate the application process 🔗 Register at baaqmd.gov/peoplesairgrant.

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We're recruiting Community Reviewers for the Local Community Benefits Fund to help ensure funding decisions reflect the priorities & lived experience of local communities. 📍 Benicia & Richmond areas 🕒 15–20 hours total 💲$750 stipend 📩 Apply by 4/10: baaqmd.gov/en/community-h…

Today, 3/18, Bay Area air quality is expected to be Good in the South Central Bay, Moderate in all other regions. Tomorrow, 3/19, Bay Area air quality is expected to be Moderate in all regions. See the forecast at bit.ly/AQforecast

Today, 3/16, Bay Area air quality is expected to be Moderate in the Coast and Central Bay and Santa Clara Valley, Good in all other regions. See the forecast at baaqmd.gov/about-air-qual….

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Applications for the People’s Air Grant Program are open! This funding opportunity supports community-led projects that improve air quality and public health in Bay Area communities disproportionately impacted by air pollution. 🗓️ Apply by May 29, 2026 🔗 bit.ly/4bh5PTj

Today, 3/12, Bay Area air quality is expected to be Moderate in the Coast and Central Bay and Santa Clara Valley, Good in all other regions. See the forecast at baaqmd.gov/about-air-qual….

Today, 3/11, Bay Area air quality is expected to be Moderate in the Coast and Central Bay, Good in all other regions. See the forecast at baaqmd.gov/about-air-qual….