"London's Ultra-Low Emission Zone Shows Promising Results, But Air Pollution Still a Looming Threat. A new analysis from Imperial College has revealed that deaths linked to air pollution in London have decreased by an estimated 40% over the past five years, with the city's mayor, Sadiq Khan, hailing the results as 'overwhelming evidence' of the effectiveness of his ultra-low emission zone. While the drop in deaths is a welcome sign, experts warn that air pollution still poses a significant health risk, and the findings suggest that the true impact of pollution on public health may be worse than previously understood. As cities around the world grapple with the challenges of reducing pollution, London's experience offers valuable insights into the potential benefits of aggressive emissions reduction strategies."
However, Imperial College team also find that pollution has worse health impact than previously understoodDeaths linked to air pollution fell by an estimated 40% in London over the five years from 2019, according to new analysis.The city’s mayor, Sadiq Khan, welcomed what he called “overwhelming evidence” that his ultra-low emission zone was saving lives. Continue reading...
