Our First Year of the Air Monitoring Program-Shoshone-Paiute Tribes’ Progress and Lessons Learned

In 2024, the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes began their journey into air quality monitoring, focusing on laying the groundwork for a successful program on the Duck Valley Indian Reservation (DVIR). This presentation will cover key first-year milestones, including securing funding, planning for monitoring infrastructure, and building capacity through training and partnerships. By sharing our progress, challenges, and lessons learned, we hope to inspire and support other tribal environmental professionals in starting their own air monitoring programs. This first year shows how tribal-led initiatives can make a big difference in protecting the air we all breathe and creating healthier communities