Air Pollution - Laws and Standards

The video explains air pollution, primarily caused by human activities, and the legal framework governing it in the U.S., focusing on the Clean Air Act. The Act empowers the EPA to regulate air quality through standards like NAAQS, which are divided into primary and secondary levels. States are responsible for creating State Implementation Plans to meet these standards, with federal oversight ensuring compliance. The video also discusses the prevention of significant deterioration to maintain air quality.

What actions can the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) take against violations of air pollution regulations?

What are the responsibilities of states in relation to federal air quality standards?

Explain the concept of 'prevention of significant deterioration' in the context of air quality.