Atmo France Launches Interactive Map Showing Pesticide Levels in the Air Across France

Atmo France has unveiled PhytAtmo Dataviz, an interactive national map that visualizes the presence and concentration of pesticides in the air throughout France. Launched on March 30, 2026, this tool aims to provide the public and policymakers with accessible data on airborne pesticides, despite the absence of regulatory standards for pesticide levels in the atmosphere.

The map tracks the concentrations of 12 active pesticide substances commonly found in the air, including glyphosate. It presents a detailed view of weekly concentration changes at specific locations and indicates the number of active substances detected in different regions. The data, which is published with a one-year delay due to analysis time, covers the 2022-2023 period.

Initial findings show that about one-third of the 72 searched active substances were detected in 2023. Notably, pesticides are detected across the country, including banned substances such as lindane, found in 61% of samples. This widespread contamination raises environmental and public health concerns, as even low concentrations can lead to repeated exposure.

Emmanuelle Drab-Sommesous, a pesticide expert at Atmo France, emphasized that while the map does not provide a health assessment, it serves as a valuable reference for prevention strategies and public decision-making. The tool is designed to enhance public awareness about pesticide exposure and foster informed debates around environmental health policies.

Atmo France, a network of associations monitoring air quality, developed PhytAtmo Dataviz to fill a critical gap since no regulatory thresholds currently exist for airborne pesticide levels. By making this data transparent and accessible, the initiative aims to support both citizens and authorities in understanding and addressing pesticide pollution in the air across France.