The development of effects-based air quality management regimes

This paper considers the evolution of attempts to control and manage air pollution, principally but not exclusively focussing upon the challenge of managing air pollution in urban environments. The development and implementation of a range of air pollution control measures are considered. Initially...

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Published in:Atmospheric environment (1994) 2009, Vol.43 (1), p.64-78
Main Authors: Longhurst, J.W.S., Irwin, J.G., Chatterton, T.J., Hayes, E.T., Leksmono, N.S., Symons, J.K.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Air quality management
Applied sciences
Atmospheric pollution
Exact sciences and technology
Legislation
Policy
Pollution
Regulation
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Summary:This paper considers the evolution of attempts to control and manage air pollution, principally but not exclusively focussing upon the challenge of managing air pollution in urban environments. The development and implementation of a range of air pollution control measures are considered. Initially the measures implemented primarily addressed point sources, a small number of fuel types and a limited number of pollutants. The adequacy of such a source-control approach is assessed within the context of a changing and challenging air pollution climate. An assessment of air quality management in the United Kingdom over a 50-year timeframe exemplifies the range of issues and challenges in contemporary air quality management. The need for new approaches is explored and the development and implementation of an effects-based, risk management system for air quality regulation is evaluated.
ISSN:1352-2310
1873-2844
DOI:10.1016/j.atmosenv.2008.09.050