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Latvia has no significant problems with the implementation of current EU policy (IPPC Directive, Large Combustion Plants Directive and Directive 2001/81/EC on National Emission Ceilings). However, concentrations of particulate matter PM10 and nitrogen oxides in some Latvian cities − Riga metropolitan area and Liepāja − exceed the standards imposed in the Air Quality Directive.
The following measures are therefore planned at national level:
Related documents: Environmental Policy Strategy 2009–2015
At the local level, an air quality plan has been developed for the Riga metropolitan area. The ‘Riga Action Programme for the Improvement of Air Quality 2004–2009’ aims to achieve the air quality standards set out in the Air Quality Directive and describes measures to reduce PM10, NOx and benzene pollution in Riga.
In addition, measures have been taken to improve public transport in the city of Riga (Public Transport Development Concept 2005–2018 and to promote bicycle transport (Bicycle Development Concept as part of the Public Transport Development Concept for 2005–2018) and Riga City Bicycle Development Programme.
Additional information
CSI 001 Emissions of Acidifying Substances
CSI 002 Emissions of ozone precursors
CSI 003 Emissions of primary particles and secondary particulate matter
CSI-004 Exceedance of air quality limit values in urban areas
CSI 005 Exposure of ecosystems to acidification, eutrophication and ozone
For references, please go to https://www.eea.europa.eu/soer/2010/countries/lv/air-pollution-national-responses-latvia or scan the QR code.
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