Abstract
This paper uses a simple model of atmospheric transport and an emissions inventory prepared by TNO to estimate the contribution of primary particulate material to PM 10 and PM 2.5 concentration across Europe. The resulting population exposure is compared with that of secondary particulates, and it is noted that both primary and secondary contributions will be significantly reduced with the implementation of new protocols under the Convention on Long-Range Transboundary Air Pollution (CLRTAP). Since concentrations of primary PM 10 can become elevated in episodic situations, when long-range transport of particulate could, on its own, exceed 24 h average targets of 50 μg m −3 over large areas of Europe, such reduction is important for achievement of current air quality standards to control exposure to atmospheric particulate PM 10.
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