🇪🇺Greece
Air Quality in Athens
Athens's geography creates a pollution bowl. Hot summers worsen ozone, while improvements have been made since 2004 Olympics.
📊 AQI Monitoring
Greece uses YPEKA monitoring with EAQI integration. Athens basin has comprehensive coverage.
Standard: European Air Quality Index (EAQI)
⚠️ Key Pollutants
- Ground-level ozone
- Traffic NO2
- Saharan/African dust
Local Regulations
Athens Ring limits vehicles on high pollution days. EU emission standards.
Indoor Air Quality Tips for Athens
- ✓Check ypeka.gr for alerts
- ✓Sea breeze improves coastal air
- ✓AC with HEPA during summer ozone
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