Environmental Sustainability
F Ozone air quality grade
174 Moderate air quality days annually.
Environmental Health was the 11th most concerning topic in Washoe County, with a secondary data score of 1.40 out of 3. Environmental conditions in Washoe County are shaped by its desert climate, wildfire smoke exposure, drought cycles, and urban development patterns. These conditions pose direct and indirect risks to community health, particularly for vulnerable populations including older adults, children, and those with respiratory conditions.
Key Indicators of Concern
• Air pollution due to particulate matter: 11.2 micrograms per cubic meter
• Adults with current asthma: 10.9 %
• Air Quality Index: 174 moderate days annually
• Annual ozone air quality grade: F
• Annual particle pollution grade: F
• Weeks of moderate drought or worse: 47.0 annually
• Park acreage rate: 3.8 acres per 1,000 population
Sub Areas of Concern
• Air quality and wildfire smoke mitigation
• Urban tree canopy and green space
• Bike trails, walking paths, and pedestrian infrastructure
• Parks and open recreational spaces
• Transportation infrastructure and public transit access
• Community gardens and food environment
• Clean water access and environmental justice
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