Compliance Corner: Navigating the Regulatory Realm |
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made a significant stride towards enhancing air quality and public health with the revision of the annual Particulate Matter (PM2.5) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
Announced on February 7, 2024, and officially published in the Federal Register on March 6, 2024, this pivotal change marks a rigorous adjustment in the battle against air pollution. Set to take effect on May 6, 2024, the new standards will see the annual PM2.5 levels tighten from 12 µg/m^3 to 9 µg/m^3, a reduction of 25%. This adjustment underscores a stringent approach towards mitigating particulate pollution and emphasizes the EPA's commitment to safeguarding environmental health and safety.
This update necessitates a recalibration of strategies and methodologies aimed at achieving and maintaining compliance with these more stringent air quality standards. The forthcoming proposal of an updated annual PM2.5 Significant Impact Level (SIL) by the EPA, expected to be released on or before the new NAAQS effective date, further highlights the importance of staying abreast of regulatory changes and their implications on environmental planning, project impact assessments, and pollution control technologies.
Advance your air quality management strategies with Lakes Environmental's leading solutions. Our cutting-edge AERMOD View is expertly designed to streamline your permitting processes, offering precise evaluations of the latest PM2.5 standards. This ensures not only regulatory compliance but also a detailed assessment of particulate matter impacts on communities.
Further enhancing your capabilities, our AQMIS environmental management system is a powerful tool for regulatory bodies. It enables a thorough analysis of PM-related effects, while also making the AQMIS Air Quality Index (AQI) readily available to the public. This pivotal resource improves communication channels and plays a crucial role in protecting community health.
Reach out to us now to discover how our tailored support can advance your air quality management initiatives!
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Online AERMOD Training Course – Jul 9-10, 2024 |
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Due to increasing high demand, our June online AERMOD course was sold out in no time! Don't miss your opportunity to join the next available 2-day course, scheduled for July 9 and 10, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Central Time – Chicago, USA).
Register now to participate in this essential training!
Note: Due to the immense popularity of our online courses and small class sizes, we recommend registering and making payment as soon as possible.
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A&WMA Annual Conference and Exhibition |
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We will be in Calgary from June 24-27, 2024, for the Annual Air & Waste Management Conference and Exhibition.
Lakes Environmental is proud to be both a gold sponsor of the conference and an exhibitor! Drop by booth #201 to meet our friendly, knowledgeable staff and for your chance to win a FREE 1-year copy of our AERMOD View air dispersion modeling software!
Visit the conference website to register for this annual event.
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Lakes Environmental Teaching Professional Development Course at 2024 A&WMA Conference |
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The Air & Waste Management Association will be offering a variety of high-quality professional development courses on June 24, 2024, just prior to the annual conference in Calgary.
This year, our team will present a one-day introductory course on AERMOD Air Dispersion Modeling. Additional details regarding these course can be found below.
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Lakes Environmental Closed for Victoria Day Holiday |
Lakes Environmental's offices will be closed on Monday, May 20, 2024, to observe the Victoria Day holiday. Our Dallas support office will remain open on this day. If you have any support questions during that time, please e-mail support@webLakes.com and our team will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.
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UPCOMING TRAINING COURSES |
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ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS ARTICLES |
How Extratropical Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions Can Contribute to the Variability of Jet Streams in the Northern Hemisphere |
April 1, 2024 - The interaction between the oceans and the atmosphere plays a vital role in shaping the Earth’s climate. Changing sea surface temperatures can heat or cool the atmosphere, and changes in the atmosphere can do the same to the ocean surface. This exchange in energy is known as “ocean-atmosphere coupling.”
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The Combination of the Climate Crisis and Continued Deforestation May Result in Significant Damage to the Animal World |
April 2, 2024 - Global warming and extreme heat events, alongside the continued expansion of deforestation in the world, may be devastating for many species of animals, especially those that know how to climb trees.
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UPCOMING CONFERENCES |
2024 Conference Schedule |
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TCEQ Environmental Trade Fair and Conference (ETFC)
May 14-15, 2024 | Austin, TX | Booth # 1313
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Air & Waste Management Association’s 117th Annual Conference & Exhibition
June 24-27, 2024 | Calgary, AB | Booth # 201
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