Although air pollution is a major global issue that affects 9 out of 10 people while reaching a death toll of 7 million annually, it is more than just a health risk that we need to address. Rather, its disproportionate impacts highlight the lack of environmental justice. Unfortunately, low income and marginalized communities often bear the brunt of air pollution due to their lack of ability or capacity to mitigate the consequences.
This blog thus explores the link between environmental (in)justice and environmental concerns pertaining to the rising levels of air pollution worldwide, which entails an urgent call to action.