Sustainability, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 16(16), С. 6931 - 6931

Опубликована: Авг. 13, 2024

Over the last two decades, substantial studies have been conducted to assess feasibility of a multi-pollutant strategy for managing air quality in United States. Given inherent complexity challenges, including fine particulate matter (PM2.5), ozone (O3), and toxics, this paper undertook analysis at both national local levels. Our incorporated O3 PM2.5 concentrations, toxics that increase risk cancer, environmental justice (EJ) data, emissions monitoring data. Initially, we identified counties across continental U.S. with heightened exposures EJ concerns. Subsequently, case study within Detroit metropolitan area was conducted, revealing clear overlap between issues, underscoring disproportionate burden on disadvantaged communities. The detailed data unveiled potential co-control benefits region. Lastly, employing proximity method, assessed issues surrounding points interest such as sites sectors, area. results demonstrated highest value, alongside top-ranked sectors electric utilities, coke ovens, iron steel production, were likely exhibit elevated pollutant concentrations/risks associated concerns their vicinity.

Язык: Английский