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Sulfur Dioxide Trends In Malta: A Statistical Computing Approach, Nicholas Desira
Sulfur Dioxide Trends In Malta: A Statistical Computing Approach, Nicholas Desira
Masters Theses, 2010-2019
A statistical investigation of data related to emissions and measurement of SO2 in the Maltese islands encompassing the period 2004 to 2012 was conducted. The purpose was to investigate whether SO2 levels were driven by the Marsa power station (MPS), which was considered to be the main source of SO2 on the island. In addition, the study sought to establish spatial and temporal trends in the SO2 concentrations measured throughout the islands. Data was obtained from the Malta Environment and Planning Authority (4 fixed monitoring stations and a diffusion tube network) and also from the Enemalta Corporation (emissions of MPS). …