Ambient air quality of Kathmandu valley as reflected by atmospheric particulate matter concentrations (PM10)
Journal Title: International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology - Year 2006, Vol 3, Issue 4
Abstract
This paper presents the analysis and interpretation of ambient particulate matter concentrations measured as PM10 at a network of six air monitoring stations in Kathmandu valley during the years, 2003 through 2005. The purpose was to understand the pollution trends associated with different areas considering levels particulate matter concentrations representing the ambient air quality of Kathmandu valley. The study indicate that particulate concentrations (PM10) measured are persistently higher at air sampling sites representing roadside areas compared to the background sites. The inter-station network variability with respect the particulate pollution suggests optimizing resources. The comparison of annual average PM10 concentration observed at six air-monitoring sites in Kathmandu Valley with standard annual average concentration prescribed by World Health Organization as well as Europe Union indicates serious PM10 pollution in Kathmandu valley.
Authors and Affiliations
D. Giri, K. Murthy V. , P. R. Adhikary, S. N. Khanal
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