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Reduce air pollution from local sources

State and federal rules play an important role in controlling major pollution sources, but the most immediate and equitable air quality improvements often come from local action. Cities can tailor strategies to their own pollution sources, geography and community needs using tools like ordinances, permits, building codes, land‑use planning and transportation policies. This section brings together a curated list of guides, case studies, model policies and other resources to help your city or town create its own customized mix of strategies.

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TFTEI Clearing House of Control Technologies

Website providing information on reduction techniques for SO2, NOx, PM, VOC, HM and POP coming from different anthropogenic sources through: Updated information on best available techniques...
Guidance Policy Tool

California Technology Clearinghouse

Website providing access to tools and resources related to Best Available Control Technologies to reduce emissions of criteria pollutants and air toxics.
Guidance Legal Policy

Bay Area Air District Wood Smoke Pollution

Web page providing links to a number of different resources related to reducing wood smoke emissions, including examples of incentive programs and a model wood smoke...
Legal Policy

California Mobile Source Programs

Primary website for access to California’s programs to reduce emissions from cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Provides links to major programs, fact sheets and research.
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