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The soil (2019), water (2018), energy (2017).
is an annual, easy-to-read publication, consisting of a series of short articles, that looks at key issues related to the environment and climate. Recent EEA Signals reports have looked at
The European Commission has recently published the roadmap for the EU Action Plan Towards a Zero Pollution Ambition. The roadmap is open for public feedback until 29 October 2020.
Francesca Racioppi
WHO European Centre for
Environment and Health
A decrease in many societal and economic activities during the pandemic led to a decrease in emissions and subsequent levels of certain air pollutants. For example, the use of vehicles declined during lockdowns and this led to lower nitrogen dioxide concentrations in many cities across Europe.
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Pollution changes a medium such as air, water or soil in a way that can make it harmful to people or nature. Different types of pollutants include chemicals, dust, noise and radiation. EEA Signals 2020 looks at pollution through different lenses related to the Agency’s work and EU legislation.
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The withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union did not affect the production of this report. Data reported by the United Kare included in all analyses and assessments contained herein, unless otherwise indicated.
For references, please go to https://www.eea.europa.eu/signals-archived/signals-2020/signals-2020-towards-zero-pollution or scan the QR code.
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