NC DEQ: Air Quality

Air Quality Permitting

The Permitting Section handles the issuance, renewal and modification of air quality permits in North Carolina. Currently, we work with more than 2,000 facilities statewide.

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Air Quality Trends in North Carolina

North Carolinians are breathing the cleanest air in decades. The latest Air Quality Trends report shows improvement across the state.

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Inspection/Maintenance Program

As of December 1st, emissions inspections will no longer be required in 26 counties.

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Volkswagen Settlement

See how North Carolina plans to invest the state's $92 million share of the national Volkswagen Settlement on projects to reduce pollution by replacing eligible diesel-powered vehicles.

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What's in the Air Today?

See air quality forecasts for metropolitan areas across North Carolina. The Division of Air Quality and local air programs issue forecasts daily for major air pollutants that can affect the air we breathe.

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DAQ Regional Offices

Have questions about air quality in North Carolina, or need help with a local concern? Here's how to connect your DAQ Regional Office or local air program.

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North Carolina Greenhouse Gas Inventory

The statewide Greenhouse Gas Inventory includes emissions and reductions in key categories from 1990-2017 and projections through 2030.

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What We Do

The Division of Air Quality (DAQ) works with the state's citizens to protect and improve outdoor, or ambient, air quality in North Carolina for the health, benefit and economic well-being of all. To carry out this mission, the DAQ operates a statewide air quality monitoring network to measure the level of pollutants in the outdoor air, develops and implements plans to meet future air quality initiatives, assures compliance with air quality rules, and educates, informs and assists the public with regard to air quality issues.

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