Transboundary Air Pollution

Transboundary air pollution occurs when pollutants released into the atmosphere in one country are carried by wind to neighboring or distant countries, affecting air quality and health there. These pollutants, such as sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter, can cause environmental damage like acid rain, smog, and harm ecosystems. Because air pollution doesn't respect borders, international cooperation is often necessary to reduce emissions and protect air quality globally. Addressing transboundary pollution involves shared responsibility among countries to implement cleaner technologies and policies to limit pollutant release.