In the first part of the present study we evaluate premature deaths attributable to U.S. combustion emissions represented by the following sectors: electric power generation, industry, commercial/residential activities, road transport, marine transport and rail transport.
The contribution of PM2.5 and ozone-related mortalities is quantified to inform policy makers about opportunities to diversify regulations by taking into account the health impact
caused by different types of human activities.
The second part of the study (Part II) will focus on assessing future-year combustion
emissions impacts from different sectors and on future possible mitigation strategies.