EPA advises using less solid fuel to heat homes and reducing use of cars if Ireland is to meet WHO guidelines
published last week found only 2 per cent of the population of Europe live in areas within this limit. Experts say PM2.5 pollution causes about 400,000 deaths a year across the ContinentUsing satellite imagery, combined with ground monitoring and a team of leading air pollution experts, the Guardian found Ireland’s PM2.5 problem is concentrated along the east coast, with Dublin faring worst with levels at 8.
High levels of these pollutants are often associated with cold, still weather from late autumn through to early spring, when short-term incidents of poor air quality can occur. “While undoubtably challenging, the significantly positive impacts of clean air on health are clear,” he added. The report underlines the critical role for local authorities in enforcement, implementation of existing plans and investment in infrastructure “to encourage cleaner and healthier air quality choices”.
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