[Regional Source Apportionment of PM2.5 in Beijing in January 2013]

In January 2013, Beijing area experienced several severe haze weather events. The pollution of fine particles has become an important problem in Beijing. Understanding the sources of PM2.5 in Beijing is essential for solutions and related policy-formulations. Three-dimensional air quality modelling system was established to analyze the PM2.5 pollution during 20-24 January in 2013. PSAT technology was used to study the regional sources of Beijing PM2.5 pollution. The results showed that local emission was the major source of PM2.5 in Beijing City, with an average contribution rate of 34% . The average contribution rates of Hebei and Tianjin were 26% and 4%, respectively. The neighboring area and the boundary conditions contributed 12% and 24% to PM2.5 in Beijing. In the heavy pollution period, the influence of regional transportation increased significantly, and became the major source of PM2.5 pollution in Beijing. Nitrate in PM2.5 in Beijing mainly came from the surrounding area of Beijing City, while sulfate and secondary organic aerosols showed characteristics of long-distance transportation. Ammonium salt and other components were mainly from Beijing local contribution.