SDG 11 · Indicator
Annual mean concentration of PM2.5
μg/m³
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Ratings provide a visual representation of a country’s performance on the indicator.
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SDG achieved
Challenges remain
Significant challenges remain
Major challenges remain
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Description
Air pollution measured as the population-weighted mean annual concentration of PM2.5 for the urban population in a country. PM2.5 is suspended particles measuring less than 2.5 microns in aerodynamic diameter, which are capable of penetrating deep into the respiratory tract and can cause severe health damage.
Long-Term Objective
Average of best performers
The long-term objective for this indicator is a value of 6.3.
Reference
Washington University in St Louis