We are what we breathe

Air pollution is a high and dangerous concentration of a mixture of particles

and gases that are harmful to human health and the environment. Dust, ozone
(O3), nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and sulfur dioxide (SO2) are the most dangerous
pollutants. Air pollution is one of the main causes of premature death in the world.

4.2 million people die each year due to outdoor air pollution;
91% of the world's population lives in places where air quality does not meet
standards.
The main sources of air pollution are fuel combustion (including heating in the
private sector), industry, transport, agriculture and waste.
Air pollution is one of the causes of acidification of soils, lakes and rivers, which
leads to the death of animals and plants, as well as eutrophication, which in turn
leads to the explosive growth of plants and algae, leading to the death of other
living organisms, such as fish. Air pollution reduces the growth rate of crops,
including wheat, soybeans and rice. It also causes damage to buildings and other
tangible assets, including cultural heritage sites.

Simple things we can do to breathe cleaner air:

Walking, cycling or using public transport;
When using the car, monitor its technical condition, do not warm up the engine
before driving, observe the speed limit and use the principles of eco-driving;
Save energy resources, including electricity;
Buy local produce and goods.