Influence of selected sources of pollutants emissions on the air quality in Cracow

The article is an attempt to estimate the emissions of pollutants such as particulate matter (PM), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2) and carbon dioxide (CO2) in Cracow in 2015 resulting from the solid-fuel boilers (especially coal fired boilers) and fireplaces and emissions resulting from the operation of road vehicles. Estimated emissions of pollutants were compared with the emissions of plants of significant nuisance to air quality in Cracow. Conclusions have been drawn about the directions of Cracow authority policy in environmental protection.