Monterey Bay Air Resources District

Wildfire Smoke Information and Resources

Smoke is made up of a complex mixture of gases and fine particles produced when wood and other organic matter burn. The biggest health threat from smoke comes from fine particles. These fine particles are especially harmful to the very young, very old, and to people with heart and lung disease.

San Lorenzo Valley - Spare the Air Begins November 1, 2019

To reduce wintertime wood smoke in the San Lorenzo Valley, MBARD started a Spare the Air program to notify the community of days when wood burning is discouraged due to poor air quality conditions. During a Spare the Air alert, residents are asked to choose an alternative heating source such as natural gas…

Monterey Bay Electric Vehicle Incentive Program

71% of Incentive Funds Remaining as of Nov. 14, 2019. VEHICLE MUST BE PURCHASED ON OR AFTER AUGUST 1, 2019!!!

EV Charging Stations Now Available at Camp Roberts Rest Areas

Our Mission

The mission of the Monterey Bay Air Resources District is to Protect Public and Environmental Health while balancing Economic and Air Quality Considerations.

Notification of Preliminary Decision to Issue a Significant Modification to the Federal Operating Permit (Title V) for Aera Energy

Public Notice of 30-Day Comment Period for Aera Energy Title V Permit Significant Modification

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Press releases, notices, and news of interest.

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Board of Directors

Board of Directors Meeting

Agenda

Board of Directors Agendas posted no later than 72 hours prior to meeting

Board of Directors Agendas are posted no later thabn 72 hours prior to the meeting.

Meetings

Budget, Personnel and Nominating Committee Meeting

Agenda

Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda will be posted no later than 72 hours in advance of the meeting.

Meets on as-needed basis