The agreement provides funding under the inflation reduction act (IRA) to the california air resources board (carb)

Specifically, carb will deploy new and real-time air quality sensors to tribal and disadvantaged communities for continuous measurement of PM, BC, vocs, and other gases. This agreement provides full federal funding in the amount of $55,914. Preaward costs are approved back to 10/1/2024. Refer to terms and conditions. Activities:the activities include procurement of lower-cost air quality sensors; training staff, disadvantaged communities, and tribal groups on instrument operation; and deployment of sensors to increase the existing sensor network. Subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:the anticipated deliverables include deployment of air quality sensors in/near low-income or disadvantaged communities; near real-time air quality data availability for low-income or disadvantaged communities; development of trainings and outreach materials; and development of quality assurance/quality control documentation to guide air quality sensor usage. The expected outcomes include increased community awareness and education; increased access to information so that community members can understand air quality in their community; and increased number sensors deployed in low-income and disadvantaged communities. The intended beneficiaries include residents in central and southern california.