Overview
IPL Substation at Dow-Elanco Complex is an air monitoring station in Indianapolis, Indiana, operated by Indianapolis Power And Light Company. It contributes to local air quality surveillance under US EPA frameworks.
IPL Substation at Dow-Elanco Complex is an operational air monitoring station located in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States. The facility is operated by Indianapolis Power And Light Company and serves as part of the regional environmental monitoring network. As an air monitoring station, it operates within the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) regulatory framework, which sets standards for criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. The station's siting and equipment are designed to provide representative air quality data for the Indianapolis metropolitan area. The station plays a role in supporting public health and environmental compliance by supplying data used for air quality index reporting and regulatory assessments. Its location near industrial and urban areas helps characterize local pollution patterns and supports community awareness of air quality conditions.
Environmental context
Indianapolis is a major urban and industrial center in the Midwest, with air quality influenced by transportation, power generation, and manufacturing. The IPL Substation at Dow-Elanco Complex monitors ambient air to track pollutant levels and ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's data contributes to understanding local pollution trends and supports public health advisories.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 9000 Zionsville Road, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States.
As an air monitoring station, it measures ambient air pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and other criteria pollutants as part of the US EPA Air Quality System.
The station is operated by Indianapolis Power And Light Company.
The station operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) and complies with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) set by the Clean Air Act.
Air monitoring helps track pollution from urban and industrial sources, supports public health alerts, and ensures compliance with federal air quality standards.
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