Delano, located in Kern County within the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, is a diverse city of about 52,000 residents. Delano faces significant air pollution from agricultural operations, and local industry, leading to high rates of asthma, cardiovascular disease, and other respiratory issues. Community organizations and residents have been active in air quality monitoring and advocacy, working to expand local monitoring networks.

The district has teamed up with Aclima and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to launch a community air monitoring project guiding future actions as a part of SMMI. Using Aclima’s advanced sensors, the project collects detailed, block-by-block data on air quality throughout the community. This provides residents with clear information about local pollution and helps guide actions to improve air quality, focusing on the areas and people most affected.

In April of 2025, Delano residents and stakeholders met to discuss these pressing air quality concerns and explore solutions for a healthier, more equitable future.