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This briefing by Zero Carbon Analytics examines the disproportionate impact of air pollution on children under five, highlighting how structural economic dependencies on fossil fuels and polluting infrastructure drive a global environmental justice crisis. It details the physiological vulnerabilities of children, the link between maternal exposure and lifelong chronic diseases, and provides case studies from South Africa, Brazil, Nigeria, and Bangladesh to illustrate the specific drivers of child mortality and morbidity.

This research paper analyzes the diffusion of cleaner brick-making technologies in Bangladesh, evaluating government mandates, the role of development cooperation, and the potential emission reductions from kiln conversion.

This policy brief by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the relationship between socio-economic status and exposure to PM2.5 air pollution in Bangkok. Based on a study of five districts and 400 participants, it finds that informal workers and low-income residents face higher exposure and more health symptoms, while public perception of air quality often contradicts government monitoring data.

This policy brief by the Stockholm Environment Institute describes research on PM2.5 exposure among grill workers in Vientiane, Lao PDR. It highlights that while street grill emissions have a low impact on overall city air pollution, individual workers face high localized exposure, with women being disproportionately affected due to gender roles and lack of social protections in the informal food economy.

This policy brief examines the relationship between air pollution exposure, socioeconomic status, and public perception in Bangkok. It highlights that informal workers and low-income individuals face higher health risks and exposure, while public awareness of air quality often contradicts official government monitoring data.

This report by the Global Climate and Health Alliance (GCHA) and Health and Environment Alliance (HEAL) investigates air quality around 270 schools in Bengaluru, India, between June 2019 and July 2020. Using data from the Healthy Air Coalition's independent monitoring network, the study finds that air quality is generally unhealthy for children throughout the year, with significant spikes in PM2.5 during winter months and school departure times. The report advocates for stricter compliance with health-based air quality standards and the implementation of traffic restrictions around schools to protect children's respiratory and cardiovascular health.

This research paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the regulatory landscape of air quality in Thailand, identifying a disconnect between the government's announced measures and their actual enforcement.

This report by the Greenpeace Global Air Pollution Unit assesses the public health and environmental consequences of a proposal by South Africa’s Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries to double the Minimum Emissions Standards (MES) for SO2 from 500mg/Nm3 to 1000mg/Nm3 for power plants and industrial sources.

This research paper quantifies the conditions contributing to annual average PM10 and PM2.5 concentrations at two UK EMEP 'supersites' to inform mitigation strategies for long-term human health burdens.

This research paper evaluates the air quality and health co-benefits of 14 emission control measures targeting black carbon, methane, and ozone precursors, finding that full implementation could significantly reduce global PM2.5 and ozone concentrations and prevent millions of premature deaths by 2030, with the majority of benefits occurring in Asia.

This report by CREA, for the Health and Environment Alliance (HEAL) and the Global Climate and Health Alliance (GHCA), analyzes the impact of the COVID-19 national lockdown on air pollution levels in Bengaluru. Using a network of 26 localized monitors, satellite data, and Google mobility data, the study finds a significant reduction in PM2.5 and NO2 levels, primarily attributed to the sharp decline in motorized transportation and industrial activities.

This policy brief from the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) explains the critical links between air pollution, human health, and climate change. It argues that prioritizing the immediate health benefits of reducing air pollutants can drive the policy changes necessary to achieve the IPCC's 1.5°C warming goal. The document highlights the role of short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) and introduces the Low Emissions Analysis Platform (LEAP) and Integrated Benefits Calculator (IBC) as tools for cities and countries to plan integrated emission reduction strategies.

This report presents findings from the Schools’ Air quality Monitoring for Health and Education (SAMHE) initiative for the 2023/2024 academic year. Based on data from hundreds of UK schools, the report examines the relationship between outdoor temperatures and indoor air quality, specifically focusing on carbon dioxide (CO2), relative humidity, and particulate matter (PM2.5).

This briefing by the World Resources Institute evaluates the environmental and socioeconomic impact of Shuttl, a bus aggregator operating in India's National Capital Region (Delhi-NCR), specifically examining its effect on urban transportation emissions and its relationship with public transit.