Ambient particulate matter pollution was the largest source of air pollution-related premature deaths worldwide in 2021, followed by household air pollution from solid fuels. Globally, the leading cause of air pollution deaths in 2021 was Chronic Obtrusive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Estimated number of deaths from air pollution worldwide in 2021, by type
(in millions)
*Air pollution refers to pollution from PM2.5 (outdoor and indoors) and ozone. Figures have been rounded. Release date has been set as date of site access
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IHME, & Health Effects Institute. (July 11, 2024). Estimated number of deaths from air pollution worldwide in 2021, by type (in millions) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved January 22, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/512148/air-pollution-deaths-globally-by-type/?__sso_cookie_checker=failed
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