Air pollutants emission estimation from mining industry in Macedonia

This paper presents air pollutants (particles and gaseous) emissions estimation from extraction and concentration processes of raw mineral materials (commonly referred as mining industry). Emissions estimations are based on extensive analysis of each specific site including production rates, equipment and processes used as much as type of material processed. Data for national mining industry are based on 2010 unofficial reports (obtained through authors direct research), and are compiled as per CORINAIR (CLRTAP) reporting requirements. Methodologies and results are discussed below