August 29, 2023 9:19 PM

Rising air pollution can cut life expectancy by more than 5 years per person in South Asian countries, says study

A study report has said that rising air pollution can cut life expectancy by more than five years per person in South Asian countries. The University of Chicago's Energy Policy Institute (EPIC) said in its latest Air Quality Life Index report, the region accounts for more than half of the total life years lost globally to pollution. According to a study report published today, rapid industrialization and population growth have contributed to declining air quality in South Asia, where partic...