Learn about real-world air pollution problems and innovative solutions from individuals who will be bestowed with California’s premier air quality award for their career contributions. The Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award is named for the late Dr. Arie Haagen-Smit -- best known for linking the smog in Southern California to automobiles and as the “father of air pollution control.” Awards recognize those who continue Haagen-Smit’s work through perseverance, leadership and innovation in the areas of research, environmental policy, science and technology, public education, and community service.