21 Years of Projects – Week 10: Free State Emissions Inventory

Introduction

For effective air quality management, you first need to know what you are dealing with. This is where emissions inventories (EIs) play a crucial role—they quantify the types and amounts of pollutants released into the atmosphere from various sources.

Project 10 of 21: Free State Province – 2013

In 2013, Gondwana was appointed by the Free State Province to prepare their Emissions Inventory. Unlike many similar projects, this assignment focused solely on the EI itself, rather than being one component of a larger Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) or Air Quality Impact Assessment (AQIA).

This singular focus gave us the opportunity to push boundaries and innovate. Our team developed cutting-edge methods to estimate emissions from a range of non-industrial sources, which are often underestimated yet make a significant contribution to regional air quality challenges.

Why It Matters

An accurate EI is one of the building blocks of air quality management. It provides the foundation for effective strategies, interventions, and policy decisions aimed at improving air quality and reducing impacts on communities and ecosystems.

Looking Ahead

Quantifying emissions is just the first step—but it is a critical one. By combining innovation with robust methodology, Gondwana continues to help clients establish reliable data that informs better decision-making.

Interested in developing an emissions inventory for your region or organisation? 

Contact us at info@gondwanagroup.co.za or visit our website to explore how we can assist.

Stay tuned next week for Project 11 of 21 as we continue celebrating 21 years of positive environmental impact.