Release of particles and noxious gases into the atmosphere
Consequences of Atmospheric Pollution
Negative effects on human health
In 2014WHO found that urban air pollution was 2.5 times higher than the recommended levels was about half of the urban population being monitored
Air pollution accounts for an estimated 4.2 million deaths per year due to stroke, heart disease, lung cancer and other chronic respiratory diseases
91% of the world population like in areas where air quality levels exceed WHO limits
An estimated 3,799 Londonders die prematurely from air pollutants in 2019
Management of Atmospheric Pollution
London - £95 million worth of air filtration every year in terms of health costs avoided.
Ensuring housing is energy efficient, urban developments well served by the public, streets safe for walking and cycling and waste need to be well managed.
Dhaka, Bangladesh:
Dhaka, Bangladesh - Atmospheric Pollution
World fastest growing megacity
In 2020 Dhaka topped the list of cities with the worst air quality
Around 90% of the vehicles are faulty and emit more smoke than the limit.
