Abstract |
The results of a statewide air emission inventory performed in the State of Alaska are presented. These results are intended to support the preparation of the State's air quality implementation plan. The data were obtained from a variety of sources including questionnaires returned from industrial, commercial and governmental organization. The calculation of emission of particulates, SO(x), CO, hydrocarbons and NO(x) from area sources and point sources representing emissions in excess of 5 tons per year, were performed. The report includes the following: description of the four air quality regions in Alaska; a summary and tabulation for each of the 5 pollutants for Anchorage, Fairbanks, and the air quality regions; data on fuel usage, fuel parameters, and refuse disposal rates and; a summary of the methodology used to identify emission sources. (Author) |