Air Pollution in Cork

Abstract

Environmental awareness has increased in recent years within Ireland. One of the most contentious issues involved in this growing concern is that of urban air quality. This topic will be considered in relation to Dublin and Cork city, particularly the latter which has received very little publicity in relation to this problem. An assessment of the situation in Cork will be attempted within a discussion and the factors contributing to its urban air quality. The similarities and differences between the two cities will be examined to discover if Cork can avoid the air pollution levels which presently exist in Dublin.