Global Pollution Monitor

UChicago researchers advancing scientific tools to better monitor local air pollution

[Global Pollution Monitor @pm25_monitor]

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 📊🌎

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[Energy Policy Institute at UChicago @UChiEnergy]

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.

🎧: https://t.co/PgIyPL1WJ9

[Energy Policy Institute at UChicago @UChiEnergy]

🌍 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.

➡️https://t.co/ZMwg1sLo6C

[Raahgiri Foundation @Raahgiri_Fdn]

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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

[Energy Policy Institute at UChicago @UChiEnergy]

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”: https://t.co/VcOGwe1D6N

[Anjan Sarma @anjan8698]

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@GitaGopinath @KakaliDas022 @UNEP @narendramodi @PMOIndia @rashtrapatibhvn @HMOIndia @CPCB_OFFICIAL @pm25_monitor @mpcb_official @BREATHEKolkata_ @dhruv_rathee @sardesairajdeep @grok @Mahabahu1980 @Swamy39 @UNFCCC @wef

[Lung Care Foundation @icareforlungs]

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

[Lung Care Foundation @icareforlungs]

North India’s #AQI is severe. Dr. Arvind Kumar warns: breathing this air = smoking 15–20 cigarettes a day. From newborns to the elderly, everyone is at risk. This is a #health emergency.

👉 Raise your voice for #CleanAir

[Raahgiri Foundation @Raahgiri_Fdn]

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 - https://t.co/onhIkjw4ZN

#AirPollution I #Pollution I @AirPollutionnew I @CPCB_OFFICIAL I @pm25_monitor I @pollution I @CleanAirFund I @cleanAirBharat I @SarikaPanda I @nid_mad

[Raahgiri Foundation @Raahgiri_Fdn]

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

[UChicago EPIC India @EPIC_India]

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: https://t.co/dvWs2E9zFR

[Kigali Air Pollution Monitor @BREATHEKigali]

⚠️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.

[Sakshi Panwar @PanwarSaks67817]

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

[Chiang Mai Air Pollution Monitor @BREATHEChiangM_]

⚠️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.

[Kanpur Air Pollution Monitor @BREATHEKanpur_]

🏙️ Air Quality in Kanpur: Average PM2.5 levels were at 79 µg/m³ today, well above the WHO daily guideline of 15 µg/m³

[Kolkata Air Pollution Monitor @BREATHEKolkata_]

⚠️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

[Kanpur Air Pollution Monitor @BREATHEKanpur_]

⚠️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

[Chiang Mai Air Pollution Monitor @BREATHEChiangM_]

🏙️ 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

[Raahgiri Foundation @Raahgiri_Fdn]

“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

[Kolkata Air Pollution Monitor @BREATHEKolkata_]

🌬️ We expect the average PM2.5 levels in Kolkata to be 106 µg/m³ today.

Bangalore is better off, where the expected PM.25 average is 15 µg/m³.

Stay updated.

Check the link in our profile to stay informed

[Kanpur Air Pollution Monitor @BREATHEKanpur_]

⚠️Kanpur's PM2.5 levels have increased by 600% since October 3rd.

🫁High PM2.5 levels have severe health effects, especially if you have pre-existing respiratory health conditions.

Take care of yourself by:

- Avoiding physical activities outdoors
- Using masks if necessary
- Contacting your local authorities to demand actions that lead to cleaner air

Follow our account for daily updates on pollution in Kanpur and stay safe.

#Kanpur #AirPollution #AirQuality