South African scientists study 8.5M death certificates to assess coal-based electricity's impact on mortality rates.
South African scientists will examine 8.5 million death certificates to assess the impact of the country's coal-based electricity production on mortality rates. This study is the first of its kind in Africa, focusing on actual data rather than modeling the effects of air pollution on health. The research aims to understand the health impacts of the country's 14 coal-fired power plants, which supply over 80% of South Africa's power.
February 29, 2024
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