Emission Factors and Emission Inventory of Agricultural Machinery in Beijing Under Real-world Operation

Abstract

This study aimed to establish the emission factors and the emission inventory of agricultural machinery in Beijing in 2017 under real-world operation. The emissions of typical harvesters, tractors, agricultural transport vehicles, and farm construction machinery under real-world operation were tested by a portable emission measurement system. The results showed that different operation modes have a greater impact on the tailpipe emissions of agricultural machinery. The CO, NOx, HC, and PM emissions were relatively stable when the engine is idling and moving compared to when the excavator is performing actual work. According to the classification and emission standards of various types of machinery, a relatively perfect emission factor system of agricultural machinery in Beijing was established, which can provide reference and support for relevant research and management decisions. According to the emission factors of agricultural machinery and fuel consumption in Beijing, the emissions of CO, NOx, HC, and PM in 2017 were 2566.60, 1239.29, 563.08, and 538.32 t, respectively. The total pollutants of transport machinery, tractors, and combined harvester accounted for 98%, 95%, 95%, and 98% of the total concentrations of CO, NOx, HC, and PM, respectively. Therefore, transport machinery, tractor, and combined harvester should be the key control objects in the reduction of agricultural machinery pollution.