With plumes of smoke sweeping over much of the West late summer, glowing orange skies, and heightened smog warnings, we’ve all grown more aware of the precarious state of the air we breathe. Less noticeable are the invisible particles that taint air space, with more than 90% of all cities exceeding safe air limits according to WHO guidelines. As the world shifts away from carbon-heavy industries, how can we simultaneously ensure solutions capture the full range of air pollutants for the health and wellbeing of urban populations. We’re joined by WHO consultant and environmental health expert Jeffery Smith to discuss solutions and how the clean energy transition will not only help fight climate change but also save millions of lives.
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