Air pollution in Iran

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Air pollution in Iran is a significant health and environmental and health hazard. Iran ranks as the third most polluted country in the world. Iran ranks as the sixth most emitting country in the world.
Air pollution in Iran is heavily concentrated in urban areas and reportedly kills 40,000 Iranians a year. High levels of air pollution are a major contributor to diseases including cardiovascular, neurological, lung related diseases as well as birth defects. Health costs associated with premature deaths and treatment of the ill has led to Iran losing 3.2% of its GDP annually.
High levels of pollutants such as carbon monoxide and particulate have been linked due to heavy motor traffic in urban areas. In Tehran, vehicular traffic is responsible for the highest share of pollution. According to Radio Free Europe, government efforts have failed to address the issue and in January 2025, the Iranian government announced it will move its capital away from Tehran among other factors because of pollution.

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