Seth Lyman, a USU research professor known for his rigorous work on air quality, has just been appointed to the Utah Air Quality Board. His new role promises to bring an informed perspective to the state's environmental policy-making. According to USU Today, Lyman will serve for a term of four years, after receiving official confirmation on April 15 by the Utah Legislature.
With a commitment to bettering the environment in which he calls home, Lyman did not hesitate to express his engagement, saying, "I’m honored to have been selected to serve on the Utah Air Quality Board. It’s a big responsibility. I love living in the state of Utah, and I’m grateful to be able to give back to the state by serving in this way," as per USU Today. His deep roots in the community and long-standing efforts to understand and mitigate local air quality issues make him almost uniquely suited for this appointment.
As environmental challenges loom large over the region, the Air Quality Board's role in developing policies and plans to meet national standards is critical. Lyman's background, sporting a doctorate in Environmental Science and Health and highlighted as the 2020 Clean Air Person of the Year by the Utah Clean Air Partnership, positions him as an asset in these crucial times.'
Lyman's work has not only been acknowledged with accolades but also concrete impacts, contributing to the broader conversation about the balance between energy production and environmental protection. He has also been at the forefront of developing innovative methods in atmospheric mercury measurement, a detail Utah State University takes care to spotlight. To continue to effectively tackle these complex issues, the combination of deep expertise and local knowledge that Lyman brings to the Air Quality Board will likely prove to be significant. His appointment intentionally bridges the gap between academic research and policymaking, a move that many see as critical in the ongoing efforts to safeguard the state's air quality.
