Clean Environment

Everyone should be able to live in neighborhoods where it is safe to breathe. Community planners can use the recommendations in this Policy Action Area to support residents' need for clean air to lead fully healthy lives.

Diesel Particulate Matter
Diesel Particulate Matter

Everyone should be able to live in neighborhoods where it is safe to breathe. Since diesel particulate matter is so small, it can reach deep into people’s lungs.

Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)

Everyone should be able to live in neighborhoods where it is safe to breathe. Since fine particulate matter is so small, it can reach deep into people’s lungs leading to adverse health outcomes.

Ozone
Ozone

Everyone should be able to live in neighborhoods where it is safe to breathe. When ozone levels in the air are high, it can cause lung inflammation and more serious respiratory issues.

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