UChicago researchers advancing scientific tools to better monitor local air pollution
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We are glad to share that this project has been awarded the Seed Fund by UChicago's Climate Institute (@UChiClimate).
Stay tuned for further updates and pollution data in your location 📊🌎
climate.uchicago.edu/entitie…
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Malawi 🇲🇼 is adopting the @WHO AQGs as a standard for air pollution management and control to protect public health, local climate + the environment. A major milestone through the @UChiEnergy (EPIC AQ Fund) projects in the country.
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China’s Great Famine of 1959–1961 is the deadliest in recorded history.
EPIC & @HarrisPolicy's Shaoda Wang discusses new research w/ @vox_dev that examines one underexplored contributor to that catastrophe: the mass extermination of sparrows.
🎧: epic.uchicago.edu/insights/t…
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🌍 How #AirQuality Data is driving policy action in #Malawi 🇲🇼
The country's 1st #CleanAir rules are in the works & mindsets are starting to change, thanks to the work of Malawi's @mubasmw & @CGHodoli of MiFCAS w/ support of the EPIC Air Quality Fund.
➡️aqfund.epic.uchicago.edu/new…
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The Flying Squads of @CAQM_Official had 175 inspections throughout the period, which were focused on C&D sites (23 inspections), industrial units (37 inspection), #roaddust management, and #Diesel Generator (DG) sets (114 inspections).
Some of the results were 10 unit closure proposals, 27 DG sets sealing, 8 Show Cause Notices, and #Environmental Compensation (EC) of one unit.
#AirPollution I #CleanAir I @SarikaPanda I @nid_mad I @cleanaircatf I @CleanAirFund I @CCACoalition I @CPCB_OFFICIAL I @UppcbG I @FaridabadRegion I @RSPCB_official I @AirPollutionnew
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In Gujarat, India, a #PollutionMarket cut PM2.5 while improving industry profits—showing environmental quality & growth can align.
This research now underpins EPIC’s Emissions Market Accelerator & is featured in our #LivingLegacy film “The Air We Share”: youtu.be/wABl4yvkEXQ?si=1qaz…
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When we burn fossil fuels, we breathe disease. #Cleanenergy cuts #AirPollution, protects lungs & hearts, and safeguards children and elders most at risk.
Evidence shows low-carbon transitions improve public health and reduce disease burden.
Clean air starts with clean energy.
#InternationalDayOfCleanEnergy
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Studies have shown that vehicles contribute around 40% to Delhi’s PM2.5 load. It is clear that the focus should be on cutting emissions.
Acc. to @CAQM_Official, as many as 93% of the 2.88 crore vehicles on the road in #Delhi-NCR are light motor vehicles (LMVs; essentially #cars) and two-wheelers. More than a third- around 37% - of this #fleet comprises BS III or even older vehicles, which have a significantly higher emissions potential.
Read the report - bit.ly/3ME8xtA
#AirPollution I #Pollution I @AirPollutionnew I @CPCB_OFFICIAL I @pm25_monitor I @pollution I @CleanAirFund I @cleanAirBharat I @SarikaPanda I @nid_mad
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Look carefully!
These are not just filters; it is the state of your lungs. 🫁
#AirPollution I #airpollutionbandkaro I @PAPinitiative I @AirPollutionnew I @CleanAirMoms I @CleanairCA I @CleanAirFund I @EnvironmentPib I @gurgaon_live I @wctm_gurgaon I @MeraGurgaonNews I @HTGurgaon I @DelhiBreathe I @letDelhibreathe
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Modern medicine has added decades, but pollution is stealing years back. Delhi residents lose 8.2 years to toxic air, as @sayantanbera highlights using @UChiAir data.
@livemint breaks down the crisis, policy failures & why North India stays choked.
More: epic.uchicago.in/black-lungs…
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⚠️Over 60% of people lack information about the air they breathe and its negative health impacts (including dementia, respiratory, and heart conditions).
We post #AirPollution data from five cities to raise awareness:
1. Chiang Mai (@BREATHEChiangM_)
2. Guatemala City (@BREATHEGtmCity_)
3. Kanpur (@BREATHEKanpur_)
4. Kigali (@BREATHEKigali)
5. Kolkata (@BREATHEKolkata_)
Follow us and our affiliated accounts to demand cleaner air and join the fight against air pollution.
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The rising levels of air pollution and its harmful impact on public health. Increasing pollution is contributing to respiratory illnesses, allergies, heart conditions, and reduced quality of life. Take stronger and more immediate measures to control air pollution
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⚠️Moreover, more than 60% of people lack information about the air they breathe and its negative health impacts (including dementia, respiratory, and heart conditions).
We post #AirPollution data from five cities to raise awareness:
1. Chiang Mai (@BREATHEChiangM_)
2. Guatemala City (@BREATHEGtmCity_)
3. Kanpur (@BREATHEKanpur_)
4. Kigali (@BREATHEKigali)
5. Kolkata (@BREATHEKolkata_)
Follow us and our affiliated accounts to demand cleaner air and join the fight against air pollution.
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🏙️ Air Quality in Kanpur: Average PM2.5 levels were at 79 µg/m³ today, well above the WHO daily guideline of 15 µg/m³
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⚠️Kolkata's PM2.5 levels have been dangerously high and have severe health effects, especially if you have pre-existing respiratory or heart conditions.
Take care of yourself by:
- Using N95 or KN95 masks if necessary
- Avoiding physical activities outdoors
- Contacting your local authorities (@WBPCB, @FirhadHakim) to demand actions that lead to cleaner air
Follow our account for daily updates on pollution in Kolkata and stay safe.
#Kolkata #AirPollution #AirQuality #PublicHealth
#AirPollution doesn’t stop at the lungs. It enters your bloodstream, harming your brain, heart, and arteries.
Dr. Naresh Trehan from @medanta explains how pollution spikes lead to more #HeartAttacks & #Hypertension.
#CleanAir #HeartHealth #DFCA #DelhiAir #LungHealth #LCF
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⚠️Kanpur's PM2.5 levels have been dangerously high and have severe health effects, especially if you have pre-existing respiratory conditions.
Take care of yourself by:
- Using N95 or KN95 masks if necessary
- Avoiding physical activities outdoors
- Contacting your local authorities (@UPGovt, @mayorkanpur, @uppcbofficial) to demand actions that lead to cleaner air
Follow our account for daily updates on pollution in Kanpur and stay safe.
#Kanpur #AirPollution #AirQuality #PublicHealth
Well done #Kanpur for beating Delhi NCR's #AQI 👏
Not really surprised as it is easily one of the most polluted cities in the world.
Congratulations to the government and all the concerned authorities for their collective efforts 🙏
#pollution
@kanpursneed @KanpuriyaFeed
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🏙️ Air Quality in Chiang Mai: Average PM2.5 levels were at 17 µg/m³ today, beyond the WHO daily guideline threshold of 15 µg/m³
Check the link in our profile to stay updated
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“Dekho Ghut Tey Ja Rahe Hain” - a song born out of the #haze that surrounds us once again.
When every #breath feels heavier, music becomes our voice - a cry for #cleanerskies, for #childhoods that can still laugh under the sun.
Let this #song remind us what we are losing, and what we must fight for. 🌫️💔
Listen NOW!
Song cover - Sukoon
Lyrics & composition - @ShubhraGF
Music For a Cause
In partnership with @Gurgaon_First & @Raahgiri_Fdn
#DekhoGhutTeyJaRaheHain I #CleanAir I #RightToBreathe I #AirPollution I #MusicForChange I @SarikaPanda I @manashuman I @nid_mad I @CPCB_OFFICIAL I @pm25_monitor I @DelhiBreathe I @htTweets I @TOIIndiaNews I @ABPNews I @ZeeNews I @BBCHindi I @PTI_News I @GAHP_Global
