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This study provides a comprehensive assessment of short-lived climate pollutant emissions in Punjab and Haryana, with a focus on understanding sources, trends, and implications for environmental and public health management. Through a detailed analysis of various sectors, including cooking, industry, transportation, and non-energy sectors such as agriculture and waste management, key insights into emission patterns have been elucidated. The findings reveal that the cooking sector, particularly the use of solid fuels like wood and charcoal, is a major contributor to emissions of carbon monoxide (CO) and black carbon (BC). Additionally, industrial activities, transportation-related emissions, and non-energy sector emissions such as landfill methane emissions and agricultural activities significantly impact air quality in the region. While advancements have been made in transitioning to cleaner cooking technologies and fuels in the industrial and transport sectors, challenges remain in estimating emissions from non-energy sectors and assessing the effectiveness of existing policies and interventions. Data availability and quality pose limitations, highlighting the need for further research and methodological refinements. The study underscores the urgency of addressing air pollution in Punjab and Haryana and emphasizes the importance of targeted interventions and interdisciplinary collaboration. Future research directions include refining emission estimation methodologies, evaluating the effectiveness of policy interventions, and exploring innovative technologies for emission reduction. Overall, this study contributes to the state-of-the-art knowledge in air quality management by providing valuable insights into emission patterns, trends, and implications in Punjab and Haryana. By bridging knowledge gaps, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and implementing evidence-based interventions, policymakers can work towards achieving sustainable air quality management and improving public health outcomes in the region.
Keywords: LEAP, Short-Lived Climate Pollutants, Intervention Analysis, Mitigation, Reduction Potential.
