Topic 2 - Air pollution and EU policy Question 3 The WHO state that air pollution at current levels still poses a considerable burden on health in Europe. Many different adverse

effects have been linked to exposure to air pollution, including an increased risk of heart disease and a reduction in life expectancy of a year or more for people living in European cities. The evidence is sufficient to strongly recommend further policy action to reduce levels of air pollutants, including particulates, nitrogen dioxide and ozone. In your opinion, what action should the EU be considering? Question 4 Should the EU have more policies in place to tackle reducing air pollution? Could the EU learn from other countries or is it leading in the field? Compare the issues of Air pollution in the EU with another country.