The upcoming AIRNow-Tech 2.0 will provide enhanced tools to users. To take advantage of the new features, participating agencies will need to submit data to the AIRNow DMC using the AQCSV file format.
Data delivery using the AQCSV format should begin by July 1, 2012. File submission using the current OBS file format will be supported through December 31, 2012. The DMC will continue to temporarily accept data in the OBS format through the first half of 2013, depending on individual agencies' needs.
Participating agencies should contact their respective data acquisition providers to discuss capabilities of their existing data systems and the potential needs for upgrades.
Information on the AQCSV format can be found on the AIRNow-Tech Resources page under Data Formats and Processing.
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- AIRNow Data Management Center