Be part of the MARC Air Quality Sensor Program

The low-cost sensor program is part of MARC’s ongoing commitment to identifying different types of pollutants in our air and where their highest concentrations exist. 

“Over the last year, we have had approximately 30 sensors in the metro area, predominantly in Jackson and Johnson counties,” said Doug Norsby, MARC air quality senior planner. “The readings from these sites have been critical to mapping our region, and for helping us set goals and create plans about resiliency in our region moving forward.” 

The goal of the program is to deploy all 74 sensors over the rest of the summer. 

“Our online network will grow from 30 to nearly 75 sensors across not just two counties, but all nine counties that we service in this region,” Norsby said. “While we are finding the best host sites for these sensors, we thank those who have been participating in this program and look forward to continuing these partnerships and working together to keep our shared air clean.” 

Individuals and organizations are invited to host an air quality sensor on their property. Sensor hosts must have wifi and external electric outlets to keep the sensors operational. Hosts are asked to keep sensors online for a minimum of three years.