Three quarters of high streets have air pollution levels above World Health Organisation annual recommendations, according to new study

Around three quarters (76%) of British high streets may exceed the World Health Organisation’s recommended annual level of air pollution. That is according to a new study from sustainable energy provider GRIDSERVE, which used an air quality measuring device to conduct air pollution spot checks on the main high streets of the 25 largest towns and […]
WHO air quality safety targets achievable across most of the UK by 2030, says Imperial College London

The WHO’s interim target for air quality could be achieved across most of the UK by 2030, if current and proposed policies are fully implemented. A new report has found that implementing existing UK government plans by 2030, combined with the Climate Change Committee’s vehicle forecasts and focused London policies, would have significant positive impacts on public health and help […]