The Power of Planning: Unlocking the Success of Community Air Quality Monitoring

Are you a community group interested in monitoring air quality? Have you received a grant or plan to apply for funding from the EPA's IRA program? To ensure the success of your project, it's essential to start by creating a project plan. Planning ahead can save you time and money, minimize headaches, and increase the likelihood of achieving your desired outcome.

A well-crafted plan, also known as a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) or Air Monitoring Plan, can act as a roadmap to guide you to your destination. It provides a clear understanding of what you're doing, how it will get done, and who will be responsible. Planning can also improve your chances of receiving grant funding when you apply.

When undertaking an air monitoring project, it’s important to start planning early and not to purchase any equipment or sensors until you have a plan in place. Investing in planning can bring several benefits and help increase your project's overall success.

To help you get started, we have several resources available and are ready to assist if needed.

• Designing an air monitoring network

• EPA’s Enhanced Air Sensor Guidebook – See Chapter 3

• EPA’s quality assurance and documentation for organizations that collect environmental data

Achieving success starts with a solid plan. Let us help you develop one that's tailored to your project. Contact us for a consultation.

A planning session with the City of Denver Love My Air team.