Visibility Data Analysis and Image Display Techniques

he goal is to develop a sound scientific understanding of air pollutant effects on park resources and to identify the best management practices for protecting park resources. The public visits national parks and wilderness areas to enjoy nature in an unimpaired state. Air pollutants can adversely affect visitor experience by degrading the vistas and the natural ecosystems of these areas, and in some extreme cases, adversely affect visitor health. The National Park Service (NPS) and Colorado State University (CSU) scientists work together to further develop the scientific understanding of these issues, which is then incorporated into NPS planning documents and used to consult with state and federal air quality agencies and to interpret this resource information for the public.