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Project Code [CCRP08Proj-4.1A]

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Project title

Development of critical loads for Ireland

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

Trent University

Lead Applicant

Julian Aherne

Project Abstract

Critical loads form the basis of the effects-based approach used to guide policy on reducing the environmental impacts of transboundary air pollutants, such as sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides. The concept underpins the protocols of the Convention on Long Range Transport of Air Pollution (CLTRAP) and the National Emissions Ceiling (NEC) directive.

Grant Approved

�198,250.00

Research Hub

Climate Change

Research Theme

Trans-Boundary Air Pollution/Short Life Climate Forcers

Start Date

01/07/2009

Initial Projected Completion Date

01/07/2011