Eskom's Mpumalanga coal plants singled out for severe impact on environment, public health
While Africa is grappling with a pressing air pollution problem driven primarily by human activities, especially in major industrial and economic sectors heavily reliant on fossil fuels, Eskom's coal plants in Mpumalanga have been singled out for their adverse impact on the environment and public health.
However, a glaring issue highlighted in the report is the lack of comprehensive air pollution monitoring data across many parts of Africa, making it challenging to assess the full extent of the problem. Utilising satellite datasets and emissions databases, the report identifies key air pollutants such as nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide, volatile organic compounds, and particulate matter, including black carbon, that contribute significantly to Africa's air quality challenges.
The report further dissects regional air pollution trends, highlighting key contributors in different African regions: East Africa grapples with residential combustion's impact on nitrogen dioxide and black carbon emissions, alongside notable contributions from the energy and industrial sectors.
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