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Ancelet, T.1 t.ancelet@gns.cri.nz, Davy, P. K.2 p.davy@gns.cri.nz, Trompetter, W. J.2 b.trompetter@gns.cri.nz, Markwitz, A.2 a.markwitz@gns.cri.nz, Weatherburn, D. C.3 david.weatherburn@vuw.ac.nz |
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Air Quality & Climate Change. May2012, Vol. 46 Issue 2, p34-42. 9p. |
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This work provides an overview on air particulate matter (PM) research in New Zealand with a focus on particle composition analyses. Many urban areas in New Zealand experience poor air quality during the winter as a result of PM pollution. It is evident from the studies presented here that domestic heating emissions from wood burning are the dominant source of PM during the winter throughout the country. It is also clear that concentrations of potentially harmful species associated with PM, such as benzo(a)pyrene and arsenic, are elevated during the winter in many areas, to the extent that these species may exceed guideline concentrations. The primary purposes of PM compositional studies are to better understand the sources and the potential for harmful health effects so that air pollution can be more effectively managed. Suggestions for further study are provided, with an emphasis on better understanding long-term trends in PM pollution and its components. We anticipate that the implementation of these suggestions will provide for better management of air quality throughout New Zealand. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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GreenFILE |
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