Clean Air Night: understanding the impact of wood burning

Did you know that burning wood can affect local air quality, both inside and outside the home? 

Clean Air Night is coming back on 17 November. It is a national awareness campaign that encourages people to learn more about the impact of wood burning on air quality and health.  

Wood smoke contains fine particles that contribute to air pollution and can affect people of all ages, particularly those with existing heart and lung conditions and other vulnerable groups. Research shows that domestic wood burning is a significant source of fine particulate pollution in the UK. Even newer wood-burning stoves produce emissions that can affect air quality. 

With winter approaching, many people will be thinking about how they heat their homes. Clean Air Night aims to provide clear information to help residents understand the environmental and health impacts of different heating choices.  

Most people who burn wood in the UK also have access to another source of heating. Learning more about the effects of wood smoke on homes, neighbours and local communities can help residents make informed decisions about how and when they use wood-burning stoves and fireplaces. 

This Clean Air Night, we're helping to share practical information and raise awareness of the links between air quality and health.  

Find out more and get involved:   

• Visit Clean Air Night. 
• Help improve air quality in Elmbridge  
• Sign up to airText message service to receive notifications when air pollution levels are high in your area.