Association Air for Health
Budget
€50,000
EP Access
0
accredited persons
Staff
35
4.25 FTE
EU Grants
None
Mission & Goals
Air for Health is a Bulgaria based non-government organization registered with the Bulgaria court as a legal entity for public benefit. We are dedicated to improving health through reducing air pollution directly or through mitigating its negative health consequences. We focus on achieving this through effective public policy, advocacy and business solutions within the healthcare system environment and broader society. Our methods emphasize on collaboration, open information sharing and embracing innovation and technology to achieve the above. We are committed to the scientific method, evidence-based measures and pragmatic policy formulation. The organization was established in 2018 when a group of active citizens (physicians, economists, pharmacists and engineers) decided to focus on preserving and improving health through activities related to reducing air pollution or its health effects. The organization is led by an executive council (5 members), chaired by Dr. Alex Simid (...)
EU Legislative Interests
air quality, healthcare, environment, air pollution, education and training, climate action, sustainable healthcare
Communication Activities
EU air quality policies (NEC Directive, ambient air quality), climate and energy policies such as Energy Union, Energy Community, EU policy on chronic diseases, horizontal EU initiatives such as Better regulation, EU urban agenda and healthy buildings.
Interests Represented
Does not represent commercial interests
Member Of
Health and Environment Alliance (H.E.A.L.), Healthcare without Harm
Organisation Members
Physician network air for health, Student network air for health
Commissioner Meetings
No recorded meetings with EU commissioners.