Ireland unlikely to meet WHO air quality targets by 2026 due to solid fuel burning and traffic, causing 1,600 premature deaths annually.

Ireland's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warns that the country is unlikely to meet World Health Organization (WHO) air quality targets by 2026, primarily due to air pollution from burning solid fuels and traffic. Despite compliance with current EU standards, air pollution contributes to 1,600 premature deaths annually. The EPA recommends reducing solid fuel use, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting public transport to improve air quality.

September 23, 2024
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