In your journal, discuss how the information presented during this week altered your understanding of how various governmental agencies and policies protect society from a variety of airborne pollutants. Before this course, what opinions did you have about air quality and the regulations that exist? Relate any new conclusions you have formed about air quality to the functions of international and national agencies charged with the enforcement of air quality regulations, including safety from carcinogens. Further, research two agencies with government (.gov) websites that you are particularly interested in and
Outline which regulation(s) they rely upon for effectively protecting U.S. citizens from airborne pollution.
Determine which circumstances are most responsible for compromising their ability to protect us.
Explain which populations are most commonly impacted by airborne pollution and why.
Judge whether you think the national or international agency researched is effective.
Conclude what air quality enforcement agencies should do to maintain the safety of air quality as global warming increases.