IMPLEMENTATION OF LAW NUMBER 22 OF 2009 CONCERNING ROAD TRAFFIC AND ROAD TRANSPORTATION IN AN EFFORT TO REDUCE AIR POLLUTION IN THE MEDAN CITY

Abstract

Air pollution caused by the transportation sector can reach 60%. The high level of air pollution in the transportation sector affects air quality. Motor vehicles emit various gases and particles containing organic, inorganic and high molecular weight compounds that can be inhaled directly through the nose and affect people on the road and nearby. Exhaust gases from motor vehicles pose a problem for people in the vicinity as they cause air pollution problems as well as health impacts from the daily accumulation of air pollution. Many studies have shown a close relationship between high levels of urban air pollution and the occurrence of respiratory diseases.

 This research will examine by studying and reviewing the scope and resources of laws and regulations relating to environmental management and laws and regulations relating to road management and road transportation.

This air pollution needs serious attention from the government, especially in big cities like Medan City. To anticipate this, the government issued Law No. 22/2009 on Road Traffic and Road Transportation. The implementation of this law in Medan City plays an important role in reducing air pollution due to motor vehicle     emissions.