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Gas concentrations and emissions and nutrient flow in broiler houses with litter reuse The commercial production of broiler chickens emits low amounts of nitrous oxide and methane, however, the production of CO2 and NH3 is considerable. Several countries have sought to investigate the emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) and ammonia (NH3) in the production of broiler chickens since the information available in the literature is variable and uncertain. This is due to the diversity and particular conditions of the facilities, as well as the innumerable differences in the production system and the complex interactions observed in animal waste. Currently, gaseous pollutant measurements are costly techniques and difficult to put into practice in a large number of operations. The impacts of agriculture on global warming must be measured to allow Brazil to meet the commitments signed in COP-21 and to manage its production more precisely. In order to obtain reliable results, it is necessary to know the emission factors for the diverse production systems in the country. In view of this complexity, this research sought to apply a simplified sampling and emission determination technique that present low cost, simplicity, and robustness. The methodology uses the principle of concentration relations as a reference and determination of the concentration of gases was performed by INNOVA 1412. Weekly monitoring of concentrations of NH3, CO2, CH4, and N2O was conducted, considering the typical management of reused litter. The air quality was evaluated for the concentrations of NH3 and CO2, as recommended by international institutions. In addition, the thermal comfort of broiler house, considering the enthalpy index proposed in the literature and zootechnical performance, were measured. In order to identify the variables that best describe the emission flux of NH3 and CO2, mixed linear models with up to six variables were tested. N, C, and P balances were conducted for each production cycle in order to account for the inputs and outputs of the elements, as well as to verify the accuracy of the methodologies used. The main input of N, C, and P in the system was from reused litter, followed by the feed. The emissions allowed for the calculation of annual losses of 16 ± 4; 61 ± 16, and 168 ± 43 g of N2O, CH4, and NH3 bird-place-1 yr-1, respectively. Considering that this research presents an applicable and innovative methodology to determine GHG flows in broiler house for the country, the data will be useful for the Brazilian annual production of GHG emissions from poultry. The results are also useful to encourage new research that promotes knowledge of GHG emissions and alternatives to decrease emissions for meat production in Brazil.