Application of a Developed Dispersion Model to Port of Brisbane

• DOI: 10.3844/ajessp.2018.156.169
• Publication Date: 2019-01-16T02:18:18Z
• Authors: Sanaz Jahangiri; Natalia Nikolova; Kiril Tenekedjiev
• Keywords: Port (circuit theory); Health Impact Assessment; Fuel oil

The emissions from vessels utilising heavy fuel oil include large amounts of nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide and particulate matter, presenting significant health risks to people living near ports. To determine the effect these on human health, complex atmospheric dispersion modelling using CALPUFF assesses ground-level concentrations at receptors surrounding sources. This paper demonstrates application methodology by applying it Port Brisbane for full 2013 calendar year. Various Health impact assessments as well carcinogenic ecological effects are discussed in depth. Results reveal that with imminent development many Australian ports, there is a need continual monitoring caused shipping.