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Objective:
Increase the percentage of newly constructed and renovated buildings that are professionally designed to meet established air quality standards.

	NH and US Baseline	NA
	NH Target 2010	Developmental

Standards established by EPA’s Energy Star Homes Program and numerous professional organizations promote energy conservation and improvements in indoor air quality.

Objective: 
Increase the percentage of employed adults who report a smoke-free workplace.

	NH Baseline 1999	68%19
	US Baseline	NA
	NH Target 2010	90%

A reduction in environmental tobacco smoke can be achieved through prevention and reduction in smoking (see Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs) and through policies that promote smoke-free public places. 

Objective: 
Decrease the number of emissions that exceed the National Ambient Air Quality Standard.

	Ozone	Carbon Monoxide	Sulfur Dioxide	Particulate Matter
NH Baseline 1999 (exceedances)	19	0	0	018
US Baseline	NA	NA	NA	NA
NH Target 2010 (exceedances)	5	0	0	0

Motor vehicles emit particulate matter and sulfur dioxide and contribute to the production of ground level ozone. One means of reducing harmful air emissions is to promote walking and biking, which also have significant health benefits. Choosing to use public transportation, where available, car-pooling, and using fuel-efficient means of transportation can also reduce emissions. 

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