Determination of the Electromagnetic Pollution in a District and Recommendations to Decrease Exposure Levels

摘要

In this collaborative study with Nilufer Municipality of Bursa, Electromagnetic (EM) field measurements of 228 base stations and 23 high voltage power lines in Nilufer district in Turkey are completed during 2011-2012. The measurements are performed across the base antennas and at the nearest living area for obtaining total values of the environment. The appropriate antennas and frequency-selective spectrum analyzer are also used where frequency selective measurements are needed. EM radiation measurements are then presented in the tables and figures; in the light of which, preventive measurements are discussed for minimizing occupational and public exposure levels for the current and future periods. Finally, a sample model is developed to maintain a stable environment in terms of EM radiation so that it does not exceed the exposure limits established by ICNIRP.