Climate Change & Air Quality
climate change and air quality
The two most susceptible populations to asthma are seniors and children. Ground level ozone and the particulates that damage lung capacity are found in greater concentrations at the elevation of 3,000 feet and above. Residential development is increasing at higher elevations, mainly for the mountain top views, and this places residents at risk to lower respiratory illness.
The Mayberry Group conducted a rally in downtown Asheville, NC as a part of the national Step It Up movement. NC Congressman Heath Shuler co-sponsored a bill to reduce carbon emissions following this event.
Following are links to the videos of speakers from that event.
NC State Treasurer Richard Moore
Warren Wilson College President Sandy Pfeiffer
Environmental Leadership Center Former Director John Huie
Treasurer Richard Moore and Mayor Terry Bellamy at the 2007 Step It Up event in Asheville, NC.
Moderator John Huie discussing carbon emissions with Congressman Heath Shuler.