Learn the Issues
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Should I have the air ducts in my home cleaned?
The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth. EPA's Should You Have the Air…
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St. Marys River AOC
Background information and beneficial use impairments for St. Marys AOC.
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What are biological pollutants, how do they affect indoor air quality?
Biological contaminants include bacteria, molds, mildew, viruses, animal dander and cat saliva, house dust, mites, cockroaches, and pollen (see more about asthma triggers). There are many sources of these pollutants. Pollens originate from plants; viruses are transmitted by people and animals; bacteria are carried by people, animals, and soil and…
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What should I know about formaldehyde and indoor air quality?
For further information on formaldehyde and consumer products, call the EPA Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Line (202) 554-1404. Sources of formaldehyde in the home include building materials, smoking, household products, and the use of un-vented, fuel-burning appliances, like gas stoves or kerosene space heaters. Formaldehyde, by itself or…
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EPA Begins Review of the Rose Township Dump Superfund Site
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is conducting a review of the Rose Township Dump Superfund site.
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Learn About Indoor Air Quality in Tribes
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a term used to describe the level of air pollution in homes and other indoor spaces. Indoor air pollutants are chemical, physical, or biological pollutants.
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EPA Begins Review of the Oak Grove Sanitary Landfill Superfund Site
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is conducting a review of the Oak Grove Sanitary Landfill Superfund.
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Learn About Power Outages and Indoor Air Quality
Learn how to protect your health and indoor air quality during a power outage.
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Extreme Heat and Indoor Air Quality
Learn how extreme heat can affect your indoor air quality.
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Know the Symptoms of Heat-Related Illnesses Infographic
This infographic explains the different types of heat-related illnesses and their symptoms.
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Asthma - Improving Health in Communities and Schools
To improve asthma health, it takes a variety of people working together to reduce triggers and provide safe and healthy environments for people with asthma. This includes parents and caregivers, community organizations, healthcare providers and schools.
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CO-Benefits Risk Assessment Health Impacts Screening and Mapping Tool (COBRA)
Use COBRA to explore and map how changes in air pollution (PM2.5, S02, NOX, NH3, VOCs) from clean energy policies and programs affect human health at the county, state, regional, or national levels. Estimate the economic value of these health benefits.
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AVoided Emissions and geneRation Tool (AVERT)
Use AVERT to estimate the regional, state, and county PM2.5, NOX, SO2, CO2, NH3, and VOC emissions impacts of energy efficiency and renewable energy policies. Designed to help air quality planners, energy office and PUC staff evaluate policies.
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Data Management and Reporting
Ambient Water Monitoring and Assessment - Data
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Sample Article: Burn Wise Health and Safety Awareness Kit
Feel free to use this sample article in your organization’s newsletter, local newspaper, website, or social media.
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University of Montana: Measurable Outcomes of a Woodstove Changeout on the Nez Perce Reservation
Measurable Outcomes of a Woodstove Changeout on the Nez Perce Reservation, University of Montana
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Burn Wise Best Practices Videos
A central location for all videos recommended on this website.
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Tribal and State Section 404 Assumption Efforts
Interactive map for Section 404
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Intended Sulfur Dioxide Area Designations – August 2020
Recommendations for Areas to be Designated “Nonattainment” for the 2010 National Air Quality Standard for Sulfur Dioxide