Title: Atmospheric pollution and climate change in urban areas: a review of implemented policies

Authors: Nora Annesi; Massimo Battaglia; Ilenia Ceglia

Addresses: Institute of Management, Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies, Pisa, Italy ' Department of Management, La Sapienza University of Rome, Roma, Italy ' Department of Management, La Sapienza University of Rome, Roma, Italy

Abstract: Research on air pollution and climate change in urban areas, as well as policies combating this issue, remains fragmented. Most of these studies focus on specific regions, limited time frames, or analyse different pollutants. To address this fragmented research issue, we reviewed articles on air pollution in urban areas, with particular emphasis on policies aimed at combating the problem, and, when possible, validated the findings. The purpose of this study is to offer policymakers that they could use to develop strategies for addressing climate change, mitigating the environmental impact of pollutants, and protect human health. Thus, these strategies would rely on integrated policies and collaboration of all stakeholders.

Keywords: policy; air pollution; urban areas.

DOI: 10.1504/IJESD.2025.142966

International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development, 2025 Vol.24 No.1, pp.35 - 57

Received: 09 Jan 2023
Accepted: 12 Oct 2023
Published online: 02 Dec 2024 *

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