Air Pollution
What is Air Pollution?
The presence of toxic, harmful chemicals that can negatively impact human, animal and environmental health.
How much is spent a year?
estimated $2.8 trillion
What is water?
This clear liquid is essential for life.
What is one thing it causes? (side effect of air pollution)
respiratory diseases, heart disease, and some cancers
What is one type of disease caused by climate change?
Cardiovascular Diseases
Respiratory Diseases: Asthma
What is clean water?
Access to this kind of water is considered a basic human right.
What is the cost of air pollution per year?
$8.1 trillion in annual global health costs
Which greenhouse gas is the significant contributor to climate change?
Carbon Dioxide
What is lead?
Old, corroded pipes can allow this toxic metal to enter our drinking water.
What percentage of people die from air pollution per year?
9%
What natural resource can reduce carbon emissions?
solar energy
What is environmental injustice?
Discriminatory practices like redlining can result in some communities facing worse water infrastructure and quality.
How does air pollution impact public health?
It is linked to a number of health effects.
In terms of living, what demographic is affected?
Low income and people of color
What is the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
This U.S. agency sets standards and monitors the safety of our drinking water.