On September 30, 2025, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and IQAir signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance air quality initiatives in Bangkok.
The signing ceremony, held at Bangkok City Hall, featured the Governor of Bangkok, H.E. Chadchart Sittipunt, Director-General of the BMA Environment Department, Mr. Prapas Lueangsirinapha, and IQAir Global CEO, Mr. Frank Hammes. This collaboration marks a major milestone in Bangkok’s efforts to address urban air pollution and protect public health.
“Air quality is not only important for the health of our citizens, but also for the future of our city,” said Governor of Bangkok H.E. Chadchart Sittipunt. “Tools like the IQAir mobile app can help to educate citizens and ultimately help to enhance our city's air quality.”
Governor of Bangkok H.E. Chadchart Sittipunt delivers remarks at the MoU signing ceremony. Source: IQAir.
Data-driven insights
IQAir will provide its air quality monitoring platform and access to real-time and historical data to support Bangkok’s public health initiatives. This will help the BMA make evidence-based decisions, communicate risks to the public, and guide long-term policy.
The partnership will leverage IQAir’s AirVisual Outdoor monitors to expand citywide air monitoring, empowering authorities and citizens with transparent, hyperlocal data.
Public awareness
Together, IQAir and the BMA will launch campaigns to raise awareness of air pollution risks and provide Bangkok residents with actionable steps to protect themselves, with a special focus on vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly.
Cleaner air in Bangkok schools
The partnership will also address air quality in schools by monitoring indoor air conditions, developing protocols and guidelines, and exploring policy recommendations to safeguard children’s health and learning environments.
One of the long-term goals of this initiative is to make Bangkok’s schools among the healthiest in the world, despite the city’s challenging environmental conditions.
By prioritizing clean air in classrooms, the BMA and IQAir aim to give children the healthiest possible start in life while setting an international benchmark for school environments in large urban centers.
A partnership built on shared commitment
This collaboration reflects a united approach — pairing government leadership with international technology expertise — to deliver lasting improvements to Bangkok’s air. IQAir will contribute global expertise, advanced technology, and monitoring solutions, while the BMA will lead local implementation and community engagement.
“Bangkok is demonstrating bold leadership by prioritizing clean air for its citizens,” said Frank Hammes, Global CEO of IQAir. “We are honored to support this vision with our data, technology, and expertise.”
IQAir CEO Frank Hammes highlights the importance of data and technology in supporting Bangkok’s clean air goals. Source: IQAir.
Conclusion
Bangkok is taking decisive action to confront air pollution and protect public health. With IQAir’s global expertise and the BMA’s leadership, this partnership to advance Bangkok’s air quality initiatives will bring data-driven insights, community education, and school-focused solutions to one of Asia’s most dynamic cities.
