Air pollution due to construction

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In construction zones, a notable source of pollution is found, which includes air, water, noise, and soil pollution, affecting nearby homes, businesses, and residents. The construction sector is a significant contributor to pollution, with the United States showing that it accounts for

23% of air pollution
40% of drinking water pollution,
50% of pollution related to climate change, and
50% of the environmental pollution from landfills.

In London, construction contributes to 30% of PM10 emissions, 8% of PM2.5 emissions, and 4% of nitrous oxide emissions, according to the 2019 London Atmospheric Emissions Inventory.

Furthermore, construction activities account for 25-40% of the world's carbon emissions, highlighting its impact on climate change. Additionally, the construction sector in the U.K. uses over 400 million tons of material annually, generating a large amount of waste.

https://www.clarity.io/blog/air-quality-monitoring-in-construction-zones-minimizing-health-risks-enhancing-sustainability

https://aqs.epa.gov/aqsweb/airdata/download_files.html

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Air pollution due to construction

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