Atmospheric emissions are pollutants emitted into the air, mainly as a result of human activities such as industry, transport by combustion vehicles and energy production sources. Air emissions pose a serious threat to the environment and public health. Air emissions...
Sulphur dioxide (SO2) is a colourless gas with a pungent odour that causes an irritating sensation similar to shortness of breath. Its origin is anthropogenic, mainly industrial emissions from the use of fossil fuels and electricity generation, but also natural...
The air we breathe is essential to life. Good air quality makes us feel better and protects our health. The Air Quality Index (AQI) measures the pollutants present in the air and their levels, providing valuable information to prevent the effects on our bodies. What...
The carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible gas (colorless and odorless) that, at the same time, is a silent killer because in just a few minutes it exhibits its dangerous toxic effect when inhaled in places with large amounts of gas. It primarily originates from...
In a world increasingly affected by climate change, understanding how our everyday actions contribute to its worsening has become essential. The carbon footprint is an environmental indicator that measures the total amount of greenhouse gases (GHGs) we emit directly...