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Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs): challenges for the water environment

The sources of PAHs and pathways into the environment, the amounts in the water environment and restrictions of use.

From:
Environment Agency
Published
22 October 2021

Applies to England

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Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs): challenges for the water environment

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Details

This report describes:

  • the sources of some PAHs
  • their pathways into the water environment
  • measurements of levels in the water environment and the trends that have been identified
  • control measures for PAH emissions

  • managing risk from diffuse pollution

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Published 22 October 2021

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