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Factsheet- Black Carbon Alaska. 2013

Type
Literature
Publication
ITEP. 2013. Fact Sheet- Black Carbon Alaska. EPA.
Year Published
2013
Organization
Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals
Description

Black Carbon can contribute to adverse impacts on human health, ecosystems, and visibility. There is a strong consensus within the scientific community that BC is contributing to climate change at both the global and regional levels. This factsheet discusses impacts of BC on Alaska and Alaska Native Villages and provides information on how to reduce BC emissions.