Environment - air quality
Local air quality issues are significant concern for people living in urban environments. They are often cited as the limiting factor in any new development including the growth of airports.
Unlike noise, which is usually dominated by aircraft operations, there are a number of sources of emissions that can impact on local air quality.
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The main source of concern is generally oxides of nitrogen (Nox) and particulates - small particles in the air. Our efforts to improve local air quality are geared around the following.