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Our annual data report shows Oklahoma met all the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants in 2015. The report charts data from 25 monitors across the state and includes analysis of each criteria pollutant.
Best wishes from the Air Quality Division for holidays filled with the simple things that make every day special.
Our free annual emissions inventory workshop will be presented by EI manager Carrie Schroeder and staff. Half-day workshops are scheduled for January 19 in Norman and again on February 2 in Tulsa.
The notice and proposed rules for the January Air Quality Advisory Council meeting have been posted to our web site. The meeting will be in Oklahoma City on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 in the multi-purpose room at our headquarters.
Governor Mary Fallin has recommended all 77 Oklahoma counties be designated attainment/unclassifiable for the 2015 revision to the primary and secondary ozone standards based on our 2013 through 2015 air monitoring data.
What is air quality?
The amount of pollution in the air from all sources - natural and human - defines the quality of the air we breathe. Air pollution isn't limited to our cities; it can blow into any part of Oklahoma from neighboring states.
Why is it important?
Bad air quality can affect everybody's health. It can have direct effects on the lungs, and it can worsen an existing condition, such as asthma. Some people are more sensitive to air pollution than others. These include young children who are growing rapidly and older adults who have reduced immune systems.
Poor public health also incurs economic costs for society, e.g., increased healthcare costs and loss of working days. And a clean environment makes Oklahoma an attractive place to live, work and play: something we can all be proud of.
What does the Air Quality Division do?
Most importantly, we work to effectively protect the public health in Oklahoma. We do this by:
More information about the Air Quality Division
To reach the main AQD programs use the links on the right or the pulldown menu at the top left on any AQD page.
Last Updated: December 12, 2016
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