Clean Air Day: Improvement Seen in Overijssel

Today is the Day of Clean Air, a global recognition of the need for clean air. Breathing unhealthy air for years can lead to illness or premature death. Since 2020, municipalities, provinces, and the national government have been working together in the Clean Air Agreement (SLA). Good news: the air in the Netherlands, including our province, has been getting cleaner in recent years.

Not Enough Yet

However, it is still not enough. Scientific research shows that even at relatively low concentrations of air pollution, health damage still occurs. In 2021, the WHO tightened its air quality guidelines based on new research. The current air quality in the Netherlands does not meet these new WHO advisory values in many places.

At Least 50% Health Gain

Therefore, we are working intensively within the Clean Air Agreement with other governments to improve air quality. We focus on cleaner transport, a cleaner industry, and sustainable, low-emission agriculture. The joint goal: to achieve a health gain of 50% by 2030 compared to 2016. This means fewer children with asthma due to air pollution, a lower chance of heart and vascular diseases, and a higher quality of life for everyone.

Tips

Residents can also do something to further improve air quality. Think about cycling more often, traveling more consciously, or not barbecuing when it is still. On Refers to another websiteschoneluchtakkoord.nl/tips you will find practical tips to contribute to cleaner air in your area.

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Source last updated: 7 September 25

Published on Openrijk: 8 September 25

Source: Provincie Overijssel