Project
Over the last few years, low-cost commodity sensors have hit the markets allowing — for the first time — the
ability to measure hyperlocal air quality conditions outside of our homes. At the University of Utah, we are
building infrastructure that utilizes these new sensors to create accurate measurements of air quality
microclimates.
Our Outdoor Air Quality project leverages existing government and
community-based air quality efforts to build a dense network of sensors across Salt Lake City.
This project utilizes our research in sensor design, air quality science, computational modeling, and
communication of data; furthermore, it relies on citizens to engage, promote, and facilitate science.
We are currently looking for Salt Lake City residents to be part of building our outdoor network by hosting
sensors at their homes. Want to get involved? See our sensor sign-up below or directly sign-up here.
This work is generously funded by grants from the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of
Health, Utah Ignite, Lawrence T. & Janet T. Dee Foundation and UCAIR.
Sensor Sign Up
Interested in hosting one of our limited, sponsored sensor (schools see below)? Sign up here.
Frequently asked questions are available here.
You can also purchase an air quality sensor from a third party supplier.The following suppliers are compatible with our AQ & U network:
- AirU sensors from Tetrad Sensor Network Solutions LLC
- PurpleAir sensors from PurpleAir
Are you a school and interested in hosting a sensor?There is more information and the people to contact here.
Mailing List
Interested in learning more about what we are doing? Sign up for our mailing list. Your information will only be used for AQ & U.
Contact Us
If you have a question, have a comment you can contact us under:
Our email address is: contact-aqandu@sci.utah.edu