Community Forum for Air Quality in KC's Historic Eastside

3050 Prospect Avenue,Kansas City MO 64128

30 April, 2022

Description

Empowering citizens around air quality and sensors - what they are, what they measure, why it matters, and how to get involved. Air -- it's all around us, and in every breath we take -- but how much do you really know about the quality of the air in your own neighborhood? Learn how air quality impacts your neighborhoods' overall health. Plus, we'll talk about how you can become a citizen scientist and monitor the air around your home. During this 2-hour program, a panel will guide an open forum to discuss : Air quality 101: we'll talk about what it is, why it matters and the impacts it has on our health and homes.High tech: we'll unpack how sensors are used, dive into the Internet of Things, and how it's all connected.Data: learn about what and how data is collected and measured, and uncover the role machine learning plays.You: tap into your inner citizen scientist and learn about the air in your home/neighborhood. This free community event is hosted by KC Digital Drive and The Kansas City Beacon.