Air pollution is the fifth leading health risk factor globally. Communities in Arctic nations may be exposed to high levels of ambient and household air pollution from local sources, as well as air pollution transported from other regions. Previous studies have assessed the burden of disease from fine particulate matter (PM<sub>2.5</sub>) and ozone in Arctic communities as part of broader global or national assessments. More information is needed about health risks of PM<sub>2.5 </sub>and ozone in Arctic communities, considering local exposure levels, emission sources, and demographic and health characteristics of local populations. This talk addresses what is known about the air pollution health risks in Arctic countries, including health impacts of pollution transport to and from Arctic countries and health benefits of different mitigation approaches, as well as considerations for assessing health impacts of air pollution among Arctic communities with greater specificity.
Air Pollution in the Arctic: Climate, Environment and Societies