Science For Environment Policy's Green Week Quiz 2013

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    Air pollution is known to affect the climate and weather. But which of the following statements is true?

    • Aerosol pollution over the North Atlantic ocean worsens droughts in Africa.
    • Soot and ozone pollution may be responsible for the expansion of the tropics in the northern hemisphere.
    • Both statements are true.
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  • 2. 

    Let's get deeper into some scientific studies now... Childhood exposure to mercury can reduce IQ, which can have knock-on effects for the economy. What do you think is the estimated value of reducing mercury emissions for the global economy?

    • €100-150 million

    • €1.3-1.6 billion

    • No net benefits

    Correct Answer
    A. €1.3-1.6 billion
    Explanation
    A 2010 study by Sundseth et al. predicted that the global economic benefits of reductions in mercury emissions were between €1.3-1.6 billion, based on reduced IQ damage alone.

    You can keep up-to-date with scientific research like this, by signing up to Science for Environment Policy's News Alert at Green Week.

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  • 3. 

    EU air pollution policies are designed to reduce emissions of harmful pollutants.  But how much are  nitrogen oxide emissions predicted to change by 2030, compared to 2005 levels, as a result of EU policy?

    • Reduce by 25%

    • Remain the same

    • Reduce by 50%

    Correct Answer
    A. Reduce by 50%
    Explanation
    A 2012 study by Colette et al. predicted that nitrogen oxide emissions will fall by half, compared to 2005, if all current and planned EU legislation goes ahead.

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    Air pollution and climate change go hand-in-hand in many ways. Which of the following air pollutants also contribute to global warming? (Tick all that apply)

    • Black carbon

    • Sulphates

    • Methane

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Black carbon
    A. Methane
    Explanation
    Both black carbon and methane make the Earth warmer, but sulphates actually have a cooling effect. The relationship between air pollution and climate change is complex and must be carefully managed for effective policies that clean our air and avoid dangerous global warming.

    Pick up your free copy of Science for Environment Policy's special Air Pollution and Climate Change issue from our Green Week stand, to learn more.

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