The Emissions Measurement Division’s work overlaps all ICAC divisions as accurate measurements of pollutants are the foundation for addressing the nation’s climate and environmental justice concerns.
Many air pollutants have numerical emission limitations, which are measured by sophisticated equipment due to the low concentrations left after air pollution controls have completed their work. Some pollutants are not directly measured, but parameters that indicate the proper functioning of process equipment are measured to indicate compliance with the regulations. An often overlooked aspect of emissions measurement is emissions measurement reporting software that electronically submits test results to state environmental agencies in order to fulfill the source’s mandatory compliance obligations.
