Title :
SF6 and the atmosphere
Author :
Niemeyer, L. ; Chu, F.Y.
Author_Institution :
ABB Corp Res., Baden, Switzerland
fDate :
2/1/1992 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The gas SF6 is predominantly used for electrical insulation and switching. Its possible environmental effects when released into the atmosphere are assessed. It is shown that the relative contribution of SF6 to the greenhouse effect is <0.01% and that its contribution to stratospheric ozone destruction is <10-7
Keywords :
air pollution; gaseous insulation; stratosphere; sulphur compounds; SF6; atmosphere; electrical insulation; environmental effects; greenhouse effect; stratospheric ozone destruction; switching; Atmosphere; Atmospheric measurements; Dielectrics and electrical insulation; Environmentally friendly manufacturing techniques; Gas insulation; Industrial pollution; Production; Substations; Sulfur hexafluoride; Switchgear;
Journal_Title :
Electrical Insulation, IEEE Transactions on
