guide value

Indicator: Population exposure to particulate matter (PM10)

A graph shows the proportion of people in Germany affected by levels exceeding the WHO guideline value and the EU limit value for fine particulate matter (PM10) (legally binding from 2030) for the period from 2010 to 2023 – with a clear declining trend.

last update on 25.09.2025

Indicator: Population exposure to particulate matter (PM2.5)

A graph shows the proportion of people in Germany affected by levels exceeding the WHO guideline value and the EU limit value for fine particulate matter (PM2.5) (legally binding from 2030) for the period from 2010 to 2023 – with a declining trend considering the EU limit value.

last update on 25.09.2025

Health

German Committee on Indoor Air Guide Values

Wohnzimmer im Altbau mit Sofa, Tisch, Stehlampe, Bild und Pflanzen

The AIR sets indoor air guide values, hygienic guide values and risk-related and preliminary guide values for health-based assessment of indoor air.

last update on 19.02.2025

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