CLEAN : Campaigners dig in for London Heathrow airport fight

The speaker recalls the constant noise from planes during their teenage years, which disrupted their sleep. They express concerns about the CO2 and particulate pollution from airports, linking it to respiratory problems. The addition of more runways is criticized for worsening pollution, destroying homes, and making the area unlivable. The carbon emissions from a single runway are compared to those of an entire country, highlighting the environmental impact and the risk of failing to meet carbon reduction targets.

What was the main issue the speaker faced while studying for exams?

• Noise from planes

• Lack of study materials

• Poor lighting

• Distractions from friends

What type of pollution is linked to respiratory problems according to the speaker?

• Water pollution

• Noise pollution

• Particulate pollution

• Light pollution

How does the speaker describe the air quality around airports?

• Improving

• Fresh and clean

• Moderately polluted

• Not good

What is one consequence of building a second and third runway mentioned by the speaker?

• Better traffic management

• Demolition of homes

• More job opportunities

• Increased tourism

How much carbon is the new runway expected to emit annually?

• 5 million tons

• 11.7 million tons

• 50 million tons

• 20 million tons