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Tribal Air and Climate Resources

Tribes have historically played an important role in environmental issues including air quality and climate change. Tribal citizens are often disproportionately affected by air pollution, while their governments play an increasingly valuable role in controlling and reducing pollution and its adverse health effects. Tribes are also particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and are taking steps to prepare for and become more resilient to these changes. Learn about the environmental programs and technical assistance regarding air quality on tribal lands.  

Regulatory Resources

  • Tribal Minor New Source Review (NSR)
  • Tribal Authority Rule (TAR)
  • Developing a Tribal Implementation Plan (TIP)

Policy and Planning

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  • Handbook for Interacting with Tribal Governments
  • Environmental Justice for Tribes and Indigenous Peoples
  • National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) Designations Process
  • Class I Redesignation
  • Tribal Air Grants Framework
  • Tribal Actions and Events Calendar

Climate and Energy Resources

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  • Tribal Climate and Energy Resources
    • Bringing the Benefits of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy to Low-Income Communities
  • National Climate Assessment: Indigenous People, Lands, and Resources 
  • Tribal Greenhouse Gas Inventory Tool
  • Greenhouse Gas Emissions on Tribal Land
  • Tribes and Climate Change 

Tribal Air Quality Analysis

 
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  • Tribal Air Quality Monitoring
  • Tribal Air Quality Emission Inventories
  • Tribal Air Monitoring Support Center (TAMS) 

Voluntary Programs

  • Indoor Air Tribal Partners Program
  • Clean Diesel Tribal Grants

Resources

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  • Tribal Air Coordinators
  • EPA, Other Federal Agency and Tribal Organization Resources
  • Tribal Air Newsletter
  • Announcements, Training, Funding and Other Opportunities
  • Tribal Air Programs in EPA's Regional Offices

Upcoming Events

Revisions to the Guideline on Air Quality Models (Click on the link in the Announcement Box)

DOE's 2021 Tribal Energy Webinars

DOE:  Funding Opportunities Available to Tribes 

Related Information

  • Plain English Guide to the Clean Air Act
  • Environmental Protection in Indian Country

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Last updated on October 22, 2021