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The objective of this research was to conduct an analysis of dust emission for a coal train loading facility. Dust emission for the train loading point was determined by two methods: (i) the EPA AP-42 emission factor estimation equations (AP-42 Dust Emission Estimation) and (ii) the methodology used in development of AP-42 equations (Type-2 Dust Emission Estimation). Field measurements and data collection were carried out at a facility that operates along with a coal mine in West Virginia, U.S. Results of this study revealed that dust emission obtained by the former method exceeded the field-based emission determined by Type-2 Dust Emission Estimation method for this particular loading facility. This research may assist mining and environmental professionals in quantifying dust emission at train loading facilities, and developing strategies for reducing its health and environmental impacts.
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