The lake michigan air directors consortium (LADCO) is a non-profit organization formed in 1989 by the air pollution control directors of the states of illinois, indiana, michigan, minnesota, ohio, and…

The lake michigan air directors consortium (LADCO) is a non-profit organization formed in 1989 by the air pollution control directors of the states of illinois, indiana, michigan, minnesota, ohio, and wisconsin to conduct scientific research, provide technical support, and promote the exchange of information between the states. This grant will allow LADCO to help support member states' air pollution control programs to understand and address air pollution problems in the great lakes region. The purpose of this award is to provide LADCO with the resources required to assist states boarding lake michigan with technical assistance, training, and a forum to discuss air quality issues.activities:activities include conducting data analyses to further enhance knowledge of regional air pollution problems, including updating conceptual models for O3, PM2.5, and regional haze, and performing back trajectory and trends analyses; providing technical support on air quality issues to quantify benefits of reducing emissions; conducting regional coordination and outreach; sponsor training courses and organize workshops to improve the technical knowledge and skills of member states.subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:anticipated deliverables include modeling and analysis for various air pollutants, technical support (data analysis, meetings, consultation) to states for air issues, regional coordination and outreach, and training on air topics. The intended beneficiaries include LADCO's member states, along with their associated air programs and citizens.