Recent data on air pollution in Lombardy highlights a concerning situation regarding air quality, with the report “Mal’Aria 2025” by Legambiente emphasizing that nine out of the twelve regional capitals need to significantly reduce PM10 levels to comply with European standards by 2030. Specifically, only Como does not require a reduction greater than 20% in PM10 concentration, while Milan and Como will need to address a 40% gap in NO2 levels. The data indicates that in 2024, six capitals exceeded the 35-day threshold for PM10, with Milan ranking second nationally.
Barbara Meggetto, president of Legambiente Lombardia, commented that air quality continues to be overlooked by regional policymakers and stressed the need for both cultural and administrative change. Despite the high availability of public transport in Milan, the car-centric model persists, contributing to the deterioration of air quality and traffic congestion. The campaign “Città 2030” highlights these contradictions and calls for urgent interventions to improve sustainable mobility and ensure a healthier environment for Lombardy’s citizens.
