Topic: Air quality management

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Case study of diesel engine emissions from data centers in Quincy, Washington. Includes analysis of emissions, modeling of ambient NO2 and diesel particle exposures, and estimation of cancer and non-cancer risks.

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This map returns an inventory of stationary sources of air pollution based on origin coordinates, radius, and pollutant

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Mapping tool that provides information on permitted facilities in New Jersey. The tool provides information on the reported emissions for each major and minor source, as well as current information on PM and ozone monitored air quality, and community vulnerability information.

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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.

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This is the text of the Linn County Iowa air quality ordinances. It provides extensive language on control of air pollution sources through rules and permits.

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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 to reduce emissions, with a focus on technical descriptions and environmental performances, Information on the latest developments on reduction techniques both for general and specific applications, with a focus on technical descriptions and environmental performances, Operating experience and feedback from operators, with a focus on lessons learned in the field and real-life investments and operating costs.

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This website provides information about California’s regulations to reduce light duty vehicle emissions. It includes links to regulatory programs for Low Emission and Zero Emission Vehicles, electric vehicle and hydrogen infrastructure, and information on advanced clean cars.

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The Fuel Alternatives and Options guide, provided by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) through its DieselWise Indiana program, is a strategic resource for mayors looking to modernize municipal fleets and reduce the “diesel signature” in their cities.

Specifically, this webpage serves as a technical guide for city planners and fleet managers. It outlines the primary substitutes for traditional petroleum diesel, including Biodiesel, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Propane (LPG), Electricity, and Hydrogen. For each fuel type, the resource provides a breakdown of its chemical properties, compatibility with existing engines, environmental benefits, and the infrastructure required to support its adoption.

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The C40 Communication Toolkit for Air Quality is a product of the best practices shared and lessons learned by these cities and is designed to help cities develop clear messaging, harness the power of visuals, and leverage digital communication channels to inspire collective action to improve air quality.

Baltimore air pollution heatmap
Nitrogen dioxide pollution contributes to more than 1,300 new childhood asthma cases every year in Baltimore metro region.

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