Presbyterian Church And Clean Air Fund Launch Campaign Against Air Pollution

Presbyterian Church And Clean Air Fund Launch Campaign Against Air Pollution

Story By : Zainab Ali

The Presbyterian Relief Services and Development, PRESED, in partnership with the Clean Air Fund, has launched a campaign aimed at tackling air pollution in vulnerable communities in Ghana.

The initiative targets communities in Accra and Kumasi, including Ashaiman, Agbogbloshie, Anloga and Sokoban.

The campaign is focused particularly on people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups who may be disproportionately affected by poor air quality.

Air pollution remains a significant environmental and public health concern, with communities exposed to smoke, dust and other pollutants facing increased risks.

The organisations behind the campaign are seeking to raise awareness about the dangers associated with polluted air while encouraging measures that can help improve air quality.

The initiative also seeks to draw attention to the experiences of vulnerable groups living in communities where exposure to air pollution is a persistent concern.

According to information cited by the Ghanaian Times, data from the World Health Organisation and the Clean Air Fund indicates that air pollution is Ghana’s second-largest public health threat and is linked to more than 28,000 deaths annually.

The campaign is expected to focus attention on the need for cleaner environments and stronger measures to protect communities from harmful air pollution.

Its launch adds to ongoing efforts by civil society organisations and other stakeholders to address environmental challenges affecting communities across Ghana.