European Commission to review union’s air quality policy

The European Commission is about to review its air quality policy following a two-year consultative process.

European Environment Commissioner Janez Potocnik has indicated that the package will create a roadmap for people to live longer, become healthier, and protect the most fragile ecosystems better.

Copa Cogeca, the umbrella body for European farmers and co-ops, has warned, however, that the plans to cut ammonia emission by up to 30% are not realistic, achievable, cost effective or backed-up by science.