Topic: 2025 – Impact of Climate Change on Air Quality
Country: Poland
Delegate Name: Xinyu Wang
Poland recognises that climate change and air pollution are interconnected threats that affect health, ecosystems, and economic stability. Rising temperatures, heatwaves, and changing weather patterns worsen pollution levels and increase risks from smog and particulate matter. As one of the European countries historically reliant on coal, Poland understands the urgent need to reduce emissions and transition toward cleaner energy.
Through the “Clean Air Programme,” Poland has taken steps to replace coal-based home heating systems and improve energy efficiency. The government has adopted EU air-quality standards and aims to reduce fine particulate matter, nitrogen oxides and carbon emissions. However, Poland acknowledges that more action and international cooperation are needed to address climate-driven air-quality challenges.
Poland encourages integrated climate and air-quality strategies, combining emission reductions with public health protection. Poland proposes an international support mechanism to fund clean-heating transitions, renewable energy adoption, and real-time air-quality monitoring. It also supports expanding urban greenery and improving air-pollution forecasting to protect vulnerable populations.
By linking air-quality improvement with climate mitigation, Poland believes it can help nations achieve cleaner air and a safer climate. Poland has a commitment over sustainable development to protect the planet for future generations.
Sources:
https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/poland/#environment
https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/analysis/maps-and-charts/poland-air-pollution-country-2023-country-fact-sheets
