Main Emission Sources
Estimated total NH3 emissions in Canada in year 2005 were 559,623 tonnes (with open sources e.g. forest fires, prescribed burning). The primary emitting sources are:
- Agricultural animals
- Pesticide and fertilizer application
- Chemicals industry
- Other industrial sources (e.g. petroleum refineries, pulp and paper mills)
- Transportation (mainly gasoline fuelled cars and trucks)
NH3 Emissions - Year 2005
(Including Open Sources - % of Total)
