Woodstove Changeout Program Libby, Montana. THE PROBLEM AND CHALLENGES Topography Air Quality History Economy Abundance of Wood/Forest Access Outreach.

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Woodstove Changeout Program Libby, Montana

THE PROBLEM AND CHALLENGES Topography Air Quality History Economy Abundance of Wood/Forest Access Outreach Impaired Respiratory Population

Hundreds of Libby residents suffer from asbestosis, mesothelioma and other lung abnormalities. Because of the increased incidence of pulmonary disease, elevated particulate matter levels pose an increased health risk in the Libby area.

Libby, Montana Source Contribution Estimates University of Montana Study November 2003 – February 2004

Outdoor Burning Dust Control Woodstove Use EPA certified woodstoves ONLY No use of any woodstove during an air alert Decreased opacity limit from 25% to 20% Set conditions for issuing an air alert Increased penalties for violations Set boundaries of air pollution control district

PARTNERS & FUNDING EPA, Montana DEQ, and the Hearth, Patio & Barbeque Association (HPBA) collaborated with Lincoln County in designing and implementing the woodstove changeout program. Over $2 million in funding was received by the program through a variety of grants and donations. This funding was divided equally between Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the program.

THE PROGRAM Phase 1 Changeout of wood heating appliances in low-income households ( ), with 260 units replaced. Program Outline: Application/Eligibility Site Inspection/Stove Assignment Installation Old Stove Disposal Follow-up

THE PROGRAM Phase 2 Changeout of appliances in remaining households and businesses ( ), with 828 units replaced in the target area. A stove rebuild/catalytic unit replacement program was included to rebuild or refit existing certified stoves that were still useable, but were not operating properly due to their condition. 91 rebuilds were completed. A bounty was offered to those households willing to simply give up their old woodstove. 9 woodstoves were surrendered.

THE PROGRAM Phase 2 Program Outline: Application Site Inspection Voucher Issue Installation Old Stove Disposal Dealer Payment Follow-up

1.Approved heating appliance (certified wood, pellet, gas, oil, electric) of at least $700 retail value $ Installation of approved heating appliance by certified dealer or independent installer $ Removal of stove and decommissioning of wood burning capability $ Early application incentive$ Furnace replacement or upgrade with pellet, oil, certified wood, or gas furnace $ Voucher values:

THE PROGRAM Phase 3 Gather data on the air quality effects of the program through continued monitoring and data analysis and prepare a final report. Promote proper stove use through education, in order to maximize effectiveness of the woodstove changeout program. Program Outline: Air Sampling Final Report Community Education!!

Phase 1: 260 Changeout installations completed Phase 2: 828 Changeout installations completed 91 Stove rebuilds 9 Woodstoves surrendered PROGRAM TOTAL ___1188____

Of the 828 woodstoves changed out in Phase 2: 72% were replaced with a woodstove, insert or furnace 16% changed to pellet 7% changed to propane 3% changed to oil 2% changed to electric

INDOOR AIR QUALITY 20 homes were randomly selected to participate in a University of Montana study of indoor air quality. Indoor PM 2.5 levels were measured for 24 hour periods pre- and post-changeout. Homeowners kept logs during the testing so that unusual readings could be explained or excluded. Preliminary results showed the average reduction in indoor PM 2.5 levels to be approximately 72%.