There are many small, but critical sources of air pollution in our homes and neighborhoods. These sources include vehicles, construction equipment, Ag equipment, lawn mowers, and backyard fires, and are located where we live, learn, work, and play.
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District encourages everyone to understand the Valley’s unique air quality challenges and take action to protect themselves whenever air quality is poor in their neighborhood. In addition, we ask Valley residents to make lasting changes in the way they live their lives, so that our air quality is positively affected. To prevent pollution from these sources, the Valley Air District provides education, guidance, and incentives for reducing air pollution. The Valley Air District offers incentive programs for public agencies, residents, and businesses that address a range of environmental problems, including air quality
The color-coded levels can let you know when the air is unhealthy in your community. Sources include local radio and TV weather reports, weather apps and online at airnow.gov, myRAAN.com or their respective apps.
Generating electricity and other sources of energy creates air pollution. By reducing energy use, you can help improve air quality, curb greenhouse gas emissions, encourage energy independence, and save money.
Parents should encourage schools to adopt no idling campaigns. To keep exhaust levels down, schools should not allow school buses to idle on or near their campus. Encourage your school to participate in the District’s Healthy Air Living Schools
Start by checking out our Healthy Air Living website for more information about how you can positively impact air quality in the San Joaquin Valley.
American Lung Association
Residential Wood Burning
California Air Resources Board
Protecting Your Health
List of CARB-Certified Air Cleaning Devices
National Association of Clean Air Agencies
AirNow
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
Healthy Air Living
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Actions You Can Take to Reduce Air Pollution
Clean School Bus Program
Pollution Prevention Tips for Energy Efficiency