Alternative Energy Draft EA - NASA Visitor Center at Wallops Flight ...
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Environmental Consequences<br />
Calcul<strong>at</strong>ions were performed using EPA-approved emission factors and conserv<strong>at</strong>ive<br />
assumptions. Similar to the Proposed Action, there would be beneficial impacts on regional air<br />
quality as a result of the oper<strong>at</strong>ion of the wind turbine and solar panels, which are fossil fuel-free<br />
power sources. Based on the quantific<strong>at</strong>ion of criteria pollutant emissions (see Table 23), these<br />
emissions would not likely have an impact on the area’s compliance with the NAAQS. GHG<br />
emissions would be minimal compared to the reduction th<strong>at</strong> would be achieved by using the<br />
altern<strong>at</strong>ive energy sources.<br />
Table 23: <strong>Altern<strong>at</strong>ive</strong> One Construction Emissions for WFF Mainland/<strong>Wallops</strong> Island<br />
Emissions 1 in tons per year Emissions in metric tonnes per year<br />
Emission Sources<br />
CO NOX VOC PM SOX CO2 N2O CH4 CO2e<br />
Site Prepar<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
Personal Vehicles (Light-<br />
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