Air survey - useful links and resources

Want to discover more about air quality, trees and lichens? The following websites and organisations will help further your interest.

Air quality and pollution monitoring

UK National Air Quality Archive
The latest air pollution maps, forecasts and news for the whole United Kingdom.

Air Pollution Information System (APIS)
A searchable database of air pollutants and their effects on habitats and wildlife.

London Air Quality
Regularly updated air pollution maps of the capital, provided by Kings College.

Scottish Air Quality
Up-to-date pollution maps and information for Scotland.

OPAL guide to cleaner driving
How we can help to reduce the impact of cars on air quality and our climate?

Air quality - legislation and government

Defra - air quality
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is responsible for creating policies to improve air quality across the country.

Environment Agency
The Environment Agency is responsible for monitoring pollution and emissions from industry.

European Commission
Learn what part the European Commission plays in improving air quality across Europe.

World Health Organisation (WHO)
Information on WHO air quality programmes, as well as news, factsheets and related links.

Trees

Woodland Trust
The Woodland Trust strives for a UK rich in native trees and woodland. Learn more about its work and how you can help.

British Trees - developed by the Woodland Trust
The leading online resource on British trees. View an extensive collection of guides and illustrations.

The Tree Council
The UK's leading charity for trees. Learn more about its work and how you can help.

Urban tree survey
Take part in the Natural History Museum's nationwide survey of common trees.

Lichens

The British Lichen Society
The world's first society dedicated to the study of lichens. Take part in recording and mapping or just learn more about the diverse world of lichens.

British Lichens
A great resource of photos and information on British lichens.

Activities and learning

Clean Air Kids
Simple explanations of air pollution issues, as well as games and puzzles.

Nature detectives - developed by the Woodland Trust
Discover the world of trees with activity sheets, games and printable identification guides.

International Nitrogen Initiative (INI)
Watch videos explaining where air pollutants come from and how they affect our environment.

OPAL Kids Zone
Activity sheets, games, puzzles and competitions.