What is the URBEMIS model, and what is it used for?
URBEMIS stands for “Urban Emissions Model” and was originally developed by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a modeling tool to assist local public agencies with estimating air quality impacts from land use projects when preparing a CEQA environmental analysis. The model was developed as a user-friendly computer program that estimates construction, area source, and operational air pollution emissions from a wide variety of land use development projects in California, such as residential neighborhoods, shopping centers, office buildings, etc. The model also identifies mitigation measures and emission reductions associated with specific mitigation measures. URBEMIS 2007 for Windows (version 9.2.0) is the latest revised edition. Frequently asked questions regarding the URBEMIS model can be found on the URBEMIS FAQ webpage.
URBEMIS stands for “Urban Emissions Model” and was originally developed by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a modeling tool to assist local public agencies with estimating air quality impacts from land use projects when preparing a CEQA environmental analysis. The model was developed as a user-friendly computer program that estimates construction, area source, and operational air pollution emissions from a wide variety of land use development projects in California, such as residential neighborhoods, shopping centers, office buildings, etc. The model also identifies mitigation measures and emission reductions associated with specific mitigation measures. URBEMIS 2007 for Windows (version 9.2.0) is the latest revised edition. Frequently asked questions regarding the URBEMIS model can be found on the URBEMIS FAQ webpage. It should be noted that the SCAQMD no longer provides support for the URBEMIS model.
