When an Area Does Not Meet the Air Quality Standard

question 9

Short Answer

When an area does not meet the air quality standard for one of the criteria pollutants, the EPA may designate it a _____________________ and may impose measures designed to force the area to achieve the standard.

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Definitions:

Routine Tasks

Regular, repetitive activities or duties that are typically predictable and require a consistent approach to complete.

Breakthrough Accomplishments

Major achievements or advances that surpass existing norms and have a significant impact on a field or area.

Potentially Major Significance

Something that could have a large and meaningful impact or importance in the future.

Energy Project

An initiative focused on the production, distribution, and consumption of energy, often aimed at improving efficiency, sustainability, or exploring alternative energy sources.