Feature Article Addresses Uncertainties in Measuring and Understanding Mercury in the Global Atmosphere
Gustin, M and D. Jaffe. “Reducing the Uncertainty in Measurement and Understanding of Mercury in the Atmosphere,” Environmental Science and Technology, Volume 44, Issue 7, 2010, pp. 2222–2227 (EPRI Product E234329).  This Feature Article summarizes experts’ discussion of uncertainties in measuring and understanding mercury in the global atmosphere.  National and international experts expressed their views at an EPRI-sponsored workshop held in September 2008 at the University of Washington in Seattle.  Discussion centered on

•   current capabilities for measuring atmospheric mercury concentrations and fluxes,
•   defining uncertainties associated with those measurements, and
•   recommending future research to address remaining uncertainties.

Better understanding of mercury’s behavior in the atmosphere will inform regulatory actions for reducing its health and environmental impacts.  For more information, contact Leonard Levin, (650) 855-7929, llevin@epri.com.