Liveability and urban mobility
Sustainable living is one of the main goals of all cities and is recognised and rewarded by the European Commission. Cities are striving to add more green and lessen the …
Course: Clean Air for Urban Liveability
Soft mobility
Soft mobility is the third most frequently used mode of transport for everyday trips after individual cars and public transportation. It includes all ways of getting around (cycling, walking, roller-skating, …
Creating a sustainable, liveable and healthy city
Urban and transport planning has a large impact on sustainability, liveability and health. A recent study in Barcelona estimated 3 000 people die prematurely each year (20% of total mortality) …
Climate change and air quality
Climate change can impact air quality and, conversely, air quality can impact climate change. Pollution is having a tremendous impact on the climate. Many adverse effects of pollution are evident …
Air quality: Monitoring and reporting
Ambient air monitoring is the systematic, long-term assessment of pollutant levels by measuring the quantity and types of certain pollutants in the surrounding, outdoor air. Currently, in developed countries, ambient …
Why is it urgent to transform in our cities?
According to data from World Health Organization (WHO) in 2019, 99% of the world population was living in places where the WHO air quality guidelines levels were not met. Ambient …
How does environmental quality affect liveability?
Good air quality is essential for human health and the environment. Air quality is an important contributor to quality of life, and plays a role in the livability of our …
What causes air pollution?
Air pollution happens when solid and liquid particles, known as aerosols, and certain gases end up in the air. What causes air pollution? Any particle that gets dispersed into the …