Mar 26, 2026 · Air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. WHO data shows that 9 out of 10 people breathe air containing high levels of pollutants. WHO is working with …

Pollution is a fundamental threat to health, economies, and ecosystems. Effective pollution management offers solutions that can reduce poverty, boost shared prosperity, and deliver healthier and more …

WHO monitors the exposure of air pollution and its health impacts (deaths, DALYs) at the national, regional and global level from ambient (outdoor) and household air pollution. Such estimates are …

Apr 7, 2026 · The ongoing environmental crisis is profoundly affecting health as climate change intensifies, biodiversity declines and pollution becomes ubiquitous. The health impacts of poor …

Dec 16, 2025 · Reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water and soil pollution and contamination

Nov 1, 2018 · There are two main types of air pollution: ambient air pollution (outdoor pollution) and household air pollution (indoor air pollution). Ambient air pollution is a major environmental health …

Air quality, energy and health The unit provides technical support to WHO’s Member States in the development of normative guidance, tools and provision of authoritative advice on health issues …

Oct 24, 2024 · Overview Outdoor air pollution is a major environmental health problem affecting everyone in low-, middle-, and high-income countries. Ambient (outdoor) air pollution in both cities …

Mar 28, 2024 · Preventing environmental degradation and ensuring climate resilience is critical to stay on a strong growth path and for achieving the country’s vision of becoming an upper-middle-income …

Oct 1, 2024 · Once in the environment, these toxic pollutants can travel significant distances from the point of pollution, exposing people in faraway areas to hazardous substances. Children are the most …