Ozone is formed in Utah when NOx and VOCs break apart under intense sunlight and reform. The formation of ozone is most likely to occur on days with calm winds, no cloud cover and afternoon temperatures above 90 degrees. Here are some ways you can protect your health and reduce your emissions.
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By Lisa Burr Efforts to improve Utah’s air quality are getting a big boost thanks to a nationwide $15.7 billion settlement with Volkswagen (VW) for violations of the Clean Air Act. Utah is set to receive approximately $35 million from the settlement to offset nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from the approximately 7,000 VW, Audi, and …
Read MoreBy Joel Karamzyn Did you know that your home water heaters and furnaces are significant sources of nitrogen oxides (NOx), a precursor gas that plays a significant role in the formation of ozone and fine particulates (PM2.5)? Last month, the Air Quality Board passed a new rule to reduce NOx emissions from water heaters. The …
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