How Does Ozone Pollution Affect Ecosystems and the Environment?

Ozone pollution can damage vegetation and ecosystems within and downwind of cities. For instance, ground-level ozone interferes with the ability of plants to grow and store food.

Ozone also can damaged the foliage of trees and other vegetation, tarnishing the visual appeal of ornamental species and urban green spaces.In addition, ozone transported downwind of cities can reduce crop and forest yields.This makes more susceptible to disease, insects, other pollutants and harsh weather.