A groundbreaking air cleansing poem called “In Praise of Air” has removed more than 2 tonnes of pollution from the environment in the UK.
This is part of the project used to fight pollution in cities across the globe. The poem is the world's first air cleansing poem.
It was produced by scientists and writers at UK's University of Sheffield.
The poem has been written by award winning writer Simon Armitrage, also professor of poetry at the University.
The poem has been printed on specially treated material developed by scientists at the University. It purifies its surroundings through catalytic oxidation.
The poem has been on display In the University of Sheffield's Alfred Denny Building. The project team has estimated the poem has removed two tonnes of NO
2 from the surrounding environment.
The scientists are now looking to replicate the air cleansing technology in billboards and artwork to tackle pollution.
Pollution is a major issue for urban centers and technologies such as these can raise awareness and encourage pro-environmental behaviours.
Since 2014, this poem has been on exhibition. The paper on which the poem is printed can mitigate pollution, cut disease and help save lives.
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