EPA Sets New Ozone Standard at 70 ppb

Updated: October 9, 2015

 

On October 1, 2015, the EPA strengthened the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ground-level ozone to 70 parts per billion (ppb), based on extensive scientific evidence about ozone’s effects on public health and welfare.  To read more about the decision, and view supporting documents, you can visit the EPA website here.