EPA Experts Drive Air Quality Progress with Key Contributions
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has seen significant contributions from several key figures in its Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, as well as the Office of Research and Development. These experts have been instrumental in developing and revising guidelines, conducting research, and improving public health communication.
Dr. Wayne Cascio, a physician/scientist with a background in cardiology, serves as the Director of the Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment (CPHEA). With over 24 years of experience in academia, he continues to study the health effects of environmental pollutants to inform risk assessment and management decisions. His work has significantly improved public health communication and literacy.
Susan Lyon Stone, a Senior Environmental Health Scientist, has been instrumental in revising the document 'Wildfire Smoke: A Guide for Public Health Officials'. She has also contributed to EPA's wildfire health research and led teams reviewing ozone, particulate matter, and sulfur dioxide standards. Stone's expertise in ambient standards and the Air Quality Index (AQI) has been invaluable to the agency.
Jason Sacks, a Senior Epidemiologist, has over 13 years of experience on Integrated Science Assessments (ISAs). He currently leads the health effects assessment for particulate matter (PM) and is the Assessment Lead for the 2019 PM ISA. His work, alongside that of Dr. James S. Brown, a Senior Health Scientist specializing in particle dosimetry, has greatly enhanced the EPA's understanding and communication of air quality risks.
Ellen Wildermann, an Environmental Engineer, develops training and outreach materials on ozone and particle pollution. Her work has been crucial in educating stakeholders and the public about these critical air quality issues.
The EPA's efforts in air quality planning and standards, as well as public health assessment, have been greatly bolstered by the expertise and dedication of these professionals. Their work continues to ensure that the EPA's policies and communications are grounded in the best available science, ultimately protecting public health and the environment.
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