This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Ghana statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Ghana statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Ghana-specific metadata information.
| Goal |
Goal 11: Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable |
|---|---|
| Target |
Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management |
| Indicator |
Indicator 11.6.2: Annual mean levels of fine particulate matter (e.g. PM2.5 and PM10) in cities (population weighted) |
| Related indicators |
3.9.1 |
| Definition and concepts |
Definition: The mean annual concentration of fine suspended particles of less than 2.5 microns in diameters (PM2.5) is a common measure of air pollution. The mean is a population-weighted average for urban population in a country, and is expressed in micrograms per cubic meter [mg/m3]. |
| Unit of measure |
Micrograms per cubic meter [mg/m3] |
| Data sources |
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Annual Report, 2019 |
| Data release calendar |
Annual |
| Data providers |
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) |
| Rationale |
Air pollution consists of many pollutants, among other particulate matter. These particles are able to penetrate deeply into the respiratory tract and therefore constitute a risk for health by increasing mortality from respiratory infections and diseases, lung cancer, and selected cardiovascular diseases. |
| Data availability and disaggregation |
There is no available disaggregation for this indicator. |
| References and Documentation |
https://unstats.un.org/sdgs/metadata/files/Metadata-11-06-02.pdf |
| Metadata last updated | Nov 13, 2022 |