Statewide Modeling Analysis Completed

ADEQ recently released the results of a statewide modeling analysis for criteria pollutants. The objectives of the study were to evaluate future areas of concern for ozone, fine particulate matter (PM_2.5,) sulfur dioxide (SO₂) and nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) throughout the state, examine the expected changes in these pollutants between the base and future years, and identify areas in the state where additional air quality monitoring may be needed to ensure compliance with existing national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS). The modeling used base years 2005 and 2008, and future year 2015. ADEQ will use the results to assist in future planning.

• Criteria Pollutant Modeling Study
• ADEQ Uses of ICF Modeling Analysis
• Criteria Pollutant Modeling Analysis for Arkansas