Air pollution refers to the release of pollutants into the air that is detrimental to human health and the planet as a whole.
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Air pollution has a significant and pervasive impact on public health. According to the World Health Organization, it is now considered “the world’s largest single environmental health risk,” with more than three million people dying every year as a result.
Airlines reduce emissions
Richard Branson’s Virgin Atlantic committed to reducingour aircraft CO2 emissions* by 30% by 2021 You find additional information under: https://corporate.virginatlantic.com/gb/en/sustainability/programme-overview/environment.html
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Climate change is expected to worsen some types of extreme weather events.
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Thermometer readings all around the world have risen steadily since the beginning of the industrial revolution.
Wildlife and climate change copy
Thermometer readings all around the world have risen steadily since the beginning of the industrial revolution.
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Multiple effects that global warming and climate change could have on food systems and food security.
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Air pollution refers to the release of pollutants into the air that is detrimental to human health and the planet as a whole.
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Aquatic ecosystems are critical components of the global environment.