Glasgow has refreshed its plans to reduce air pollution, with a focus on improving air quality in the city. The updated Air Quality Action Plan outlines priority actions such as reviewing air quality monitoring around schools, hospitals, and care homes, as well as expanding the active travel network.
While Glasgow has seen improvements in air quality in recent years, there is still a commitment to achieving the best possible air quality for the health of residents and visitors. The plan specifically targets emissions from road traffic, which is a major source of nitrogen dioxide pollution.
The city will continue to focus on reducing pollution levels in the city center, with measures outlined in last year’s Air Quality Annual Progress Report. Additional actions in the plan include vehicle idling awareness campaigns, support for transport strategies that benefit air quality, and expansion of the active travel network.
The plan also aims to accelerate heat networks to reduce pollution from fossil fuels. Following public consultation, the final version of the plan includes wider actions such as assessing future developments that could impact air quality and collaborating with the Scottish Government on reviewing statutory air quality objectives.
Councillor Angus Millar, city convener for climate and transport, emphasized the importance of minimizing emissions from road traffic and reducing pollution from heating systems. The plan reflects Glasgow’s commitment to delivering cleaner air for residents and visitors.
The approved Air Quality Action Plan 2024 will now be submitted to the Scottish Government for further consideration.
