Smoke Emissions from Open Burning
Select Committee on Perth's Air Quality· 18 September 1997general_report
This 1997 WA parliamentary committee discussion paper examines smoke emissions from open burning and their impact on Perth's air quality. It identifies open burning as a contributor to particulate haze and air toxics. The paper seeks public comment on strategies to reduce smoke emissions, considering educational, technical, regulatory, and market-based approaches.
Impact
The report affects the Perth community, particularly those sensitive to air pollution. It also impacts industries involved in open burning, such as land developers, farmers, and the Department of Conservation and Land Management (CALM).
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