Acidification potential

Zaid Hashash

Chapter 2 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment, 2026, pp 5-7 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: Acidification potential (AP) poses a significant environmental threat, driven primarily by emissions of sulphur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) from various sources such as transportation and industrial activities. This entry explores the causes, mechanisms, and effects of AP, emphasising its adverse impacts on soil, surface water, and groundwater quality. International agreements and protocols aimed at addressing acidification are underscored, emphasising a unified global commitment in environmental policy. Furthermore, the entry discusses key methods for monitoring and measuring AP, including air quality monitoring, emission inventories, chemical analysis, environmental modelling, biological monitoring, remote sensing, and acid deposition monitoring. Understanding AP is crucial for implementing effective mitigation strategies and safeguarding ecosystems.

Keywords: Acidification Potential; Acid Rain; Environmental Policy; Life Cycle Assessment (LCA); Emissions Monitoring; Environmental Impact Assessment (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035309887
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