EEA31 emissions of SO2
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Prod-ID:
IND-169-en
Also known as:
APE 001
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Assessment made on 01 Jan 2003
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Classification
Topics:DPSIR: Pressure
Identification
Indicator codes
- APE 001
Policy issue: Are we reaching emission targets for acidifying substances?
Key assessment
Sulphur dioxide emissions in the EU15 have reduced by 64% between 1990 and 2001. The decrease between 2000 and 2001 was 3%. The anthropogenic emission of SO2 originates mainly from the combustion of sulphur containing fuels. The main sources in 2001 are the Energy sector (62%), Industry (Energy) (19%), Commercial and domestic combustion - Other (Energy) (6%) and Transport (6%).
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