BXP — Breathe Exposure Protocol – The open universal standard for air quality data

Summary: BXP is an open, software-only standard for atmospheric exposure data that enables interoperability across devices, apps, and government systems without hardware. It uses a universal data format to unify air quality information globally and is freely available under the Apache 2.0 license.

What it does

BXP defines a common protocol for air quality data exchange, allowing any phone, sensor app, government feed, or community report to produce BXP-formatted data instantly. The complete v2.0 specification is published on GitHub.

Who it's for

It targets developers, researchers, organizations, and anyone interested in standardizing and sharing air quality data across platforms and regions.

Why it matters

BXP solves the fragmentation of air quality data formats, enabling seamless communication and data sharing between diverse sources worldwide.