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How much did EU cities and states pay in air pollution fines in recent years?

The recent decision of the European Court of Justice to condemn Germany for excessive levels of air pollution has put the spotlight back on the European Union's legal action on environmental justice.  But exactly what dimensions are we talking…
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Is air quality improving? A perspective on Germany, the EU, the United States and the rest of the world

The impact of poor air quality is well-documented and widely researched. While it is an ongoing issue that is currently being addressed through various legislations and guidelines all over the world, are our efforts actually clearing the air…
Marius Sylvestersen
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Marius Sylvestersen wird Teil von Breeze Technologies‘ Board of Advisors

Hamburg. Marius Sylvestersen ist das neueste Mitglied des Board of Advisors von Breeze Technologies. Er unterstützt zukünftige Internationalisierungsinitiativen und vertritt die Perspektive von Städten in der Produkt- und Geschäftsentwicklung…
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How to measure air quality

The importance of monitoring air quality is evident in the impact pollutants have on human health, the environment, and the economy. By assessing the extent of air pollution through timely, accurate data, policies and standards can be enacted,…
Breeze Technologies is the winner of the Future Hamburg Award
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Breeze Technologies gewinnt den Future Hamburg Award

Breeze Technologies wurde heute mit dem ersten Preis beim Future Hamburg Award ausgezeichnet. Der Preis richtet sich an Startups mit Ideen und Projekten für die Stadt von Morgen. Als Erstplatzierter erhält Breeze Technologies einen einmonatigen…
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EuGH verurteilt Deutschland wegen zu schmutziger Luft in Städten – Was jetzt für Städte wichtig ist

Der Europäische Gerichtshof hat Deutschland am Donnerstag wegen zu hoher Luftverschmutzung in vielen Städten verurteilt. Ausschlaggebend hierfür waren langfristige zu hohe Stickstoffdioxid-Werte (NO2). 2018 verklagte die europäische Kommission…
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The impact of air pollution on mental health

When talking about the negative effects of air pollution, a lot of focus is placed on the physical diseases that occur from pollutant exposure. But did you know that air pollution affects mental health as well? Read on to find out more. Research…
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How climate change makes air pollution worse

There is clear evidence that air pollution has direct and indirect climate effects. This is also true the other way around: climate change worsens air quality. How warmer temperatures worsen air quality Ground-level ozone (O3) is a secondary…
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How air pollution exacerbates social inequality

While air pollution is a global issue, killing 7 million worldwide every year, those from different socioeconomic backgrounds feel its effects differently. We have previously written about why air pollution seems to disproportionately affect…
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Der Unterschied zwischen Emissionen und Umgebungsemissionen („Immission“)

Der Begriff "Emission" wird üblicherweise verwendet, um die Freisetzung von Schadstoffen in die Atmosphäre zu beschreiben. In jüngster Zeit ist jedoch ein neuer, ähnlicher Begriff in das Lexikon der Luftverschmutzung aufgenommen worden:…
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Why is air pollution a bigger topic in developing countries than in developed nations?

While it is undeniable that air pollution affects everyone, scientific studies, the news, and even international agencies make it seem as though it is more of a significant issue in developing countries than in developed ones. What is the basis…
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Wildfires and air pollution – How air quality sensing can help to quench wildfires

When talking about the sources of air pollution, we tend to think of man-made sources, such as transport and industry. However, the environment can be just as responsible for releasing foreign substances into the atmosphere. In this article,…