> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://aironetwork.gitbook.io/airo-network-whitepaper-v1.5/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://aironetwork.gitbook.io/airo-network-whitepaper-v1.5/introduction/the-airo-network.md).

# The AIRO Network

The AIRO Network works by rewarding its users with AIRO Credits ($AIRO) to generate real-time Air Quality Readings (AQR) from individual AIRO Monitoring Stations around the world, like the AIRO A1 Air Miner and future AIRO products, thus creating a comprehensive world map of vital air quality data. This includes valuable information such as concentrations of CO and CO2, Particulate Matter, and VOC levels. This resource is freely available to everyone and can be used to monitor air quality with unprecedented detail, gain insight into historic trends, plan for the future and manage environmental risks.