PM10 emissions in the United Kingdom amounted to 127,000 metric tons in 2022. This represented a decline of more than 65 percent when compared to 1990 levels. PM10 pollutants are defined as particulate matter of 10 micrometers or less in diameter. Sources of particulate matter include domestic combustion such as wood burning stoves, vehicle exhausts and tire wear, and industrial combustion.
Annual particulate matter (PM10) emissions in the United Kingdom (UK) from 1970 to 2022
(in 1,000 metric tons)
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