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A stack of firewood is piled in front of a lit wood stove.
Commentary
Sydney radio interview about wood smoke
Dr Dorothy Robinson talks about the hazards of wood smoke pollution on ABC radio.
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A view of a modern residential street in an English town.
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Health alliance objects to policy decision
A large alliance of UK health professionals recommends banning wood stoves in new homes.
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A nighttime view of a suburban residential street in London.
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We’re supporting Clean Air Night
DSAWSP is joining Clean Air Night this year, which aims to “shine a light on the uncomfortable truth about wood burning.”
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A fluffy black and white cat sits in front of a lit wood stove.
Research
Wood smoke pollution harms pets too
When fine particle pollution levels go up, so do veterinary costs.
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A closeup of a hand placing a piece of firewood into a lit wood stove.
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Doctors speak out against wood stove ban reversal
Doctors in Scotland explain why a proposed wood stove ban needs to be reinstated.
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People walk on a street in Utrecht on a sunny day.
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City to ban wood heating
The Dutch city of Utrecht plans to ban the use of wood stoves and fireplaces in 2030.
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More wood smoke resources

Citizen science air monitoring

Revealing localized pollution from wood burning that regulatory air monitoring misses.
A woman is reading next to a modern looking wood stove.

Wood smoke quick facts

Ten quick facts about wood smoke pollution.
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Advocate for wood smoke-free air

Actions you can take to support wood smoke-free air in your community.

Wood smoke pollution references

A bibliography of studies, articles, and other reference resources.

Related topic: Personal wood smoke stories

Read wood smoke pollution stories and share your own.

Related topic: Secondhand smoke issues

Parallels between wood smoke pollution and secondhand cigarette smoke issues.