Making air pollution
visible.
A research initiative pairing satellite intelligence with citizen science to surface the sources of air pollution — and the data the world needs to act on them.
Clean air is a basic human right.
"APAD makes air-quality data transparent, monitors pollution in real time, and helps stakeholders understand where it comes from, how it spreads, and who it impacts most."
APAD (Air Pollution Asset-Level Detection) is a data-driven initiative committed to detecting, analysing, and communicating air-pollution insights that empower communities.
A diverse team for a complex problem.
Dr Hassan Aftab
Founding Director
Suleman Hamdani
ML Lead
Khizer Zakir
GIS Lead
Jaisha Mubashir
Communications Lead
Humera Raheel
Full Stack Developer
Four ways APAD turns data into impact.
Asset detection
Open-source datasets that map air pollution sources, helping the public understand pollution at its origin.
Citizen science
Through the APAD app, communities crowd-source pollution reports — turning local observation into real-time environmental intelligence.
Public engagement
Interactive maps, reports and editorial work translate complex air-quality data into something policymakers and citizens can act on.
Collaboration
Partnerships with academic institutions, government agencies, and environmental organisations to turn data into real-world impact.
7 million premature deaths a year. Most of them avoidable with better data.
Many regions still lack the tools or infrastructure to detect and respond to air pollution. APAD exists to close that gap — combining science, technology, and public engagement to expose pollution and drive informed action.
Let's turn information into impact.
Whether you're a policymaker, scientist, educator, or citizen advocate, APAD invites you to explore the data, share insights, and push for cleaner air in your community.