In a nutshell:In 2018, Khan endorsed Ecodesign stoves to encourage households to switch from open fires and older stoves, but their emissions of toxic particulate matter have raised health concerns. “The levels of pollution from wood burning are very high already and are incredibly harmful,” she said. The big picture:Exposure to PM2.5 particulate matter emitted by wood-burning stoves poses significant health risks. Health experts emphasize the need for proper awareness and regulation to address the health implications of using wood-burning stoves. The resulting pollution is estimated to account for three million premature deaths per year, largely from pneumonia in children, writes Misbath Daouda.

Source: CNN July 25, 2023 15:07 UTC