Air pollution is the most significant environmental risk to European health, according to the Europe Environment Agency. Countries across the region are struggling to find solutions to adequately manage vehicle emissions, industrial by-products, and other contributors that are worsening the issue, resulting in premature deaths.
Airly, a technology company that provides accurate and predictive data from sensors that measure air pollution, issues air quality measurements for cities around Europe. The company's technology measures two specific pollutants: PM10 (particulate matter) and NO2 (nitrogen dioxide). PM10 is a particulate matter comprised of a mix of solid particles and liquid droplets. NO2 is a pollutant that increases susceptibility to respiratory irritants and infections.
Which 20 European cities have the worst air pollution in the region, according to Airly's ranking? Click on to find out.