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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Policy
Mobile Vehicles and Portable Equipment
The Air District works closely with the California Air Resources Board to reduce the amount of air pollution from on- and off-road mobile sources, such as...
Policy
Technology
Diesel Retrofit Technology
"Reducing emissions from diesel engines is one of the most important air quality challenges facing the country. Even with more stringent federal heavy-duty highway and nonroad...
Model
Tool
EPA Avoided Emissions and Generation Tool (AVERT)
Tool to evaluate changes in emissions from power plants and vehicles resulting from energy policies and programs such as energy efficiency, renewable energy, electric vehicles, and...
Case study
Measuring the Air Quality and Transportation Impacts of Infill Development
Case study demonstrating methods for evaluating the emissions, transportation, and health impacts of infill development (building on vacant, underutilized, or bypassed land within already developed, existing...
Legal
Policy
Air Quality Zoning
Example of an ordinance regulating the construction and expansion of facilities that create air pollution. Provides information on the process, requirements and regulations, and zoning requirements.