Exceptional Events Tools Webinar

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On September 2, 2026, WESTAR-WRAP hosted a national webinar on exceptional events tools, highlighting four resources agencies can use in exceptional events demonstrations. The webinar featured Smokelyze and GAM, developed by Dan Jaffe and Haebum Lee from the University of Washington-Bothell; updated versions of EPA’s EMBER and HYSPLIT tools; and a new capability in EPA’s Fire and Smoke Map to view historical information. The recording can be viewed here. More information on exceptional events can be accessed here.

Rule Writing Training

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On June 24, WESTAR hosted a rule writing training. Over 100 participants attended the training. The instructor, Mike Silverstein, led a discussion of the history of air regulation, why planners need to learn rule writing, an overview of the rule development process, and the basic elements of rules. Please check the Training webpage for course materials, including the slides. If you would like to watch, or review, the second training, it is available here.

Workshop Series for Planners #2

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On June 18, WESTAR held the second training in the twelve month series for Air Quality Planning Professionals. Over 70 participants attended the training. The instructor, Rebekka Fine, led a discussion of ozone chemistry, the NAAQS ozone classification system, recent regulatory proposals and actions surrounding ozone. Please check the Training webpage for updates and registration information on future trainings. If you would like to watch, or review, the second training, it is available here.