The Statehouse File: EXPLAINER: How Indiana tracks ozone for better Hoosier health

Read the full story by Zachary Roberts here.

Over 10% of Indianapolis residents have asthma, and over 8% have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Both of these rates are above the national average, and cause daily problems.

Yet, “since the air we breathe is invisible and we have little choice or control over it, I think air quality issues often get less spotlight in environmental conversations,” said Lindsay Trameri, the Indiana Office of Sustainability’s community engagement manager.