Chapter Nine. The Environmental Protection Agency’s Ozone and Particulate Matter Rules

2008 ◽  
pp. 163-179
Keyword(s):  
Particulate Matter ◽  
Environmental Protection

scholarly journals Particulate matter characterization in an indoor workplace environment of a landfill

2015 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 370-378
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Particulate Matter ◽  
Waste Management ◽  
Environmental Protection ◽  
European Community ◽  
Security Measures ◽  
Workplace Environment ◽  
Healthcare Waste ◽  
Legislative Procedures ◽  
Healthcare Waste Management

<div> <p>Proper Hospital healthcare Waste Management (HCWM) is imperative for ensuring public health and environmental protection. In this context, three Prefectural hospitals of Mytilene, Agrinio, and Messolonghi, were studied with respect to planning and management of infectious wastes, cost, training of the white Staff involved, security measures to be taken, and also knowledge related to the implementation of the existing National and European Community, legislation. It was found that the existing legislative procedures were broadly applied. However deviations were reported and it was recognized that serious difficulties in the implementation of the legislation throughout the process i.e. from the phase of separation throughout the processing phase did exist. These deviations frequently originated from conflicts in the directions given by the legislation Joint [Governmental Gazette B1537/8-5-2012]. In order to achieve better implementation of HCWM, recommendations are proposed here.</p> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p>

scholarly journals The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Particulate Matter Health Effects Research Centers Program: a midcourse report of status, progress, and plans.

2003 ◽  
Vol 111 (8) ◽  
pp. 1074-1092 ◽  
Author(s):  
Morton Lippmann ◽  
Mark Frampton ◽  
Joel Schwartz ◽  
Douglas Dockery ◽  
Richard Schlesinger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Particulate Matter ◽  
Environmental Protection ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
Environmental Protection Agency ◽  
Research Centers ◽  
Protection Agency ◽  
The U.S

scholarly journals Case Study of Pollution with Particulate Matter in Selected Locations of Polish Cities

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (9) ◽  
pp. 2529
Author(s):  
Remigiusz Jasiński ◽  
Marta Galant-Gołębiewska ◽  
Mateusz Nowak ◽  
Monika Ginter ◽  
Paula Kurzawska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Air Pollution ◽  
Particulate Matter ◽  
Air Quality ◽  
Environmental Protection ◽  
Particulate Emissions ◽  
Number Distribution ◽  
Two Cities ◽  
Pm10 Emission

Despite the introduction of increasingly restrictive regulations, the air quality in Poland is still considered one of the worst in Europe. Two cities (Wroclaw and Cracow) were selected for this study, so they represent a pair of Polish cities with poor air quality, and at the same time are academic cities, popular with tourists. The article focuses on the emission of particulate matter, which is one of the most dangerous components of air pollution. The focus was on particles less than 10 µm in diameter which are most often neglected at measuring stations. We have identified the sources of particulate emissions in selected locations in Wroclaw and Cracow, and then measured particles in terms of their mass and number distribution. It was noted that the PM10 emission values obtained as a result of the measurements were different from the value specified by the Inspectorate of the Environmental Protection in Poland.

Modelling trajectories of solid particle motion in the cyclone

2017 ◽  
Vol 34 (6) ◽  
pp. 1829-1848 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pranas Baltrėnas ◽  
Teresė Leonavičienė
Keyword(s):  
Particulate Matter ◽  
Environmental Protection ◽  
Solid Particle ◽  
Particle Motion ◽  
Solid Particles ◽  
University Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Motion Trajectories ◽  
Technical University ◽  
Research Institute

Purpose This purpose of the paper is to examine the multi-channel cyclone created at the Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VGTU) Research Institute of Environmental Protection. The paper aims to predict the possible trajectories of solid particle motion in the cyclone with reference to the mechanical forces only. Design/methodology/approach The numerical calculations were performed on the basis of experimental results. The system of differential equations describing particle motion in the cyclone is analysed and numerically solved using Runge–Kutta–Fehlberg method. Research consists of three examples that illustrate the impact of particle density and velocity on collection and analyses the particle motion trajectories in the first and second channels of the cyclone. Findings Numerical calculations were performed according to the data from Vilnius Gediminas Technical University Research Institute of Environmental Protection. The particulate matter of wood ash and granite were used. The collection of solid particles of different size was examined when the air inflow velocity varies from 10 to 20 m/s. The possible motion trajectories of the solid particles are defined and the parameters of collected particles have been discussed. Research limitations/implications The obtained results can be used for the analysis of air cleaning efficiency and particulate matter removal from air in a multi-channel cyclone. Practical implications The results lead us to improve the structure of the cyclone so as to effectively collect the solid particles of different size. Originality/value This paper presents the results obtained for the multi-channel cyclone created at the Vilnius Gediminas Technical University Research Institute of Environmental Protection.

scholarly journals EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH INTO AERODYNAMIC PARAMETERS OF A CYLINDRICAL ONE-LEVEL 8-CHANNEL CYCLONE

2014 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 284-291 ◽  
Author(s):  
Žilvinas VENCKUS ◽  
Albertas VENSLOVAS ◽  
Mantas PRANSKEVIČIUS
Keyword(s):  
Particulate Matter ◽  
Environmental Protection ◽  
Internal Structure ◽  
Experimental Research ◽  
Aerodynamic Resistance ◽  
Opening Angle ◽  
Airflow Velocity ◽  
Airflow Distribution ◽  
Aerodynamic Parameters ◽  
Air Streams

The Environmental Protection Laboratory of Vilnius Gediminas Technical University has developed and installed a one-level 8-channel cyclone with different internal structure, which is used for separation of particulate matter from air streams. Airflow velocity was measured in five points of each channel: at the end and the beginning of the channel, in the middle of the channel and in points arranged at 45° angle from the channel's end and beginning. The highest airflow velocity determined in 8-channel device by regulating volumes of peripheral and transit airflows with curvilinear semi-rings was in cyclone's channel 1, while the lowest – in channel 2. Contrary to the above, the highest airflow velocity in 8-channel cyclone by using quarter-rings without holes and with 5° opening angle of plates in holes was recorded in channel 2. Tests on aerodynamic resistance were carried out in airflow inlet and outlet ducts. In all cases analysed the highest aerodynamic resistance in 8-channel cyclone was determined when airflow distribution was regulated at 75/25 ratio with semi-rings. When quarter-rings without holes and with 5° opening angle of plates in holes were used, higher aerodynamic resistance in the system was created by using quarter-rings without holes, i.e. 0° opening of plates.

Evidence of Political Interference / Epa Air Pollution Decision Threatens Public Health: Science Disregarded, Misrepresented on Particulate Matter Standard

2007 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 7-11
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Air Pollution ◽  
Particulate Matter ◽  
Environmental Protection ◽  
Policy Making ◽  
Fine Particulate Matter ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Fine Particulate ◽  
Political Interference ◽  
Safety And Environment

Political interference with federal agency science threatens our health, safety, and environment. The Environmental Protection Agency's recent air pollution rules on fine particulate matter (PM).are particularly egregious assaults on public health and the integrity of science in federal policy making. The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) has been actively monitoring and documenting cases of such interference and mobilizing scientists and citizens alike to push for reforms. Information on the PM case, and many others, are available on the UCS website ( http://www.ucsusa.org ).

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