Air quality refers to the condition of the air we breathe and the concentration of pollutants present in the atmosphere. Good air quality helps protect human health, the environment and overall quality of life, while continuous monitoring enables the identification of risks, emission control and effective pollution reduction measures.
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Breathing is the most fundamental act of life, yet for millions of people across Europe, the very air they inhale poses a silent, pervasive threat. Air pollution has long been recognized as a major environmental issue, but its impacts on human health, ecosystems, and...
The world is hungry for steel, as evidenced by the high global demand for this vital material and its contribution to economic and social development. The Neom project, currently being developed by Saudi Arabia with a vision towards 2030 to diversify the country's...
Over the last decade, advancements in air quality microsensor technology have revolutionised the way atmospheric pollution is measured and analysed. These devices have gained importance not only due to their affordability and accessibility but also because of their...
The environmental justice movement is an unstoppable process in the world. Humanity is defending itself and raising its own voice to improve and maintain a safe and healthy environment that does not limit people’s future. While our well-being depends fundamentally on...
When Pierre de Coubertin uttered the famous phrase “Citius, altius, fortius” (Faster, higher, stronger) at the inauguration of the modern Olympic Games in Paris in 1894, he awakened sporting competitiveness in a way that called on all people, both as individuals and...
New York, the city that never sleeps, sometimes takes on a dreamy appearance when shrouded in fog. Nothing could be further from reality for one of the largest and most densely populated cities in the world. More than a scene from a film, with the action rising...
You don't need to have an electric vehicle to enjoy better urban air quality. However, misinformation about driving in Low Emission Zones (LEZs) seems to say that you do. What are Low Emission Zones (LEZs)? LEZs are specific designated zones in urban areas. They have...
No more appeals to moral reasoning only. The legal path has become increasingly taken by citizen communities to defend the right of people to enjoy a healthy environment. The news often shows us how a basic human right, such as the enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy...
The future is not set in stone, but the next time we're flying into an airport, let's think twice about taking a deep breath after having touched down. The impact of gaseous and particulate emissions at airports contributes to the worsening of air quality in our...