INDUSTRIAL PROCESS & EMISSIONS APPLICATION
MONITORING FLUE GAS EMISSIONS
Reducing emissions is a key global concern , with many countries legislating to lower the acceptable levels of greenhouse gases that are released into the atmosphere .
Measuring pollutants within the flue gas helps to determine process efficiency and protect the environment . It also ensures , and demonstrates , that plant operators are compliant with all relevant industry regulations .
Gases which must be measured include the greenhouse gases carbon dioxide ( CO 2 ), methane ( CH 4 ), and nitrous oxide ( N 2 O ), along with the key pollutants NOx , SOx , and carbon monoxide ( CO ).
Accurate measurements will support a clean air strategy and help operators to meet regulatory requirements .
A continuous emissions monitoring system ( CEMS ) is required to measure all the necessary components of the flue gas and ensure compliance .
Industries and processes requiring continuous emissions monitoring include power generation , petrochemical , refining , waste incineration , iron and steel , pulp and paper , and cement manufacturing .
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