Greece air quality and future summers: professor explains PM2.5, ozone, and hidden pollutants

A meteorology professor from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki explains that Greek cities have cut classic pollutants over 30 years thanks to EU rules on fuels and vehicles. But fine particles and summer ozone still cause 5% of deaths in Greece, above the EU average. Thessaloniki has seen fewer PM10 breaches recently, yet most cities exceed WHO limits. The professor warns that Greece does not monitor ultrafine particles or black carbon, which are more toxic than standard PM2.5. He also notes the Mediterranean is warming faster than the global average, meaning hotter summers ahead. The article gives a clear picture of where Greek air quality stands and what gaps remain in monitoring and policy.