Innovative Monitoring Tool for Emission Evaluation

Unfortunately, the reliability of such methods is often arguable due to their spatial and temporal limitations. In recent years, numerous international studies have demonstrated the huge potential of micrometeorological methods using path-integrated gas concentration information down wind(e.g. open-path tunable diode laser spectroscopy – OP-TDLS). Fugitive and temporary emissions over a long time periods can be quantified by using meteorological data of the site and an adequate dispersion model. The main objective of this paper is to demonstrate the potential of a micrometeorological method (OP-TDLS) using downwind concentration and meteorological measurements (ultrasonic anemometer)as well as a dispersion model (LASAT) by means of three different case studies. The first case study “KLIMONEFF” aimed to create a representative data pool and to simultaneously develop a simply applicable monitoring and quantification tool for emission control and Quality management of biogas plants.