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 were the concerns mentioned about the noise from planes?

How does pollution from airports affect health according to the text?

What impact would the construction of a 2nd and 3rd runway have on the local area?

What is the estimated carbon emission from the new runway mentioned in the text?

What are the risks associated with failing to meet carbon reduction targets?