Florin is a densely populated, culturally diverse neighborhood in South Sacramento, located within the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District. Home to nearly 130,000 residents, Florin is designated as a disadvantaged and low-income community, with almost half of its population living below twice the federal poverty line. The area is incredibly diverse and many households speak languages other than English, including Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese. Florin faces significant air pollution challenges from nearby highways, rail lines, industrial sites, and residential wood burning, resulting in high rates of asthma, cardiovascular disease, and low-birth weight. 

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, Florin residents and stakeholders met to discuss these pressing air quality concerns and explore solutions for a healthier, more equitable community.