Air Quality Articles
Diatoms: Unseen Travelers Shaping Ecosystems and Air Quality
Airborne diatoms, long thought to be water-bound, are now recognized as key players in ecosystem dynamics and air quality through their surprising journey across the atmosphere.
Understanding the Key Differences Between Photochemical and Sulfurous Smog
Smog has become a pressing environmental issue, impacting air quality and public health worldwide. Understanding the different types of smog, their formation, sources, and consequences is essential to addressing this challenge. This article explores the two primary...
Clearing Up Confusion On Particulate Matter Standards in Air Quality Monitoring
In air quality monitoring, the measurement of particulate matter (PM), especially PM2.5 and PM10, is essential due to their links to health risks. PM2.5 particles, being smaller, can reach deep into the lungs and even enter the bloodstream, while PM10 particles impact...
Volcanoes and Air Quality: Understanding Local and Global Effects
Volcanoes are some of Earth's most fascinating natural phenomena. They showcase the immense forces beneath the planet’s crust and directly influence air quality both locally and globally. Countries with active volcanoes have developed monitoring systems to manage the...
Air Pollution in International Waters
Shipping is the lifeblood of global trade, with over 80% of the world’s goods transported by sea. However, this industry is also a major contributor to air pollution, significantly impacting the environment and human health. This article delves into why ships pollute...
From Crisis to Change: How the 1966 NYC Smog Event Shaped Air Quality Policies
In late November 1966, New York City experienced a severe smog event that was brought on by a unique combination of weather patterns. This incident, occurring over Thanksgiving weekend, had significant health impacts on New Yorkers and spurred several policy changes...
History, Spread, and Prevention of Influenza in the U.S.
Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. These viruses infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs, leading to symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Understanding the causes, prevalence, transmission,...
Houseplants and Indoor Air Quality: The Reality Behind the Green
Houseplants have modest effects on indoor air quality, yet they’re a powerhouse when it comes to enhancing mental well-being. While some types of greenery can reduce minor levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), they fall short as a comprehensive air purification...
Airplane Air Quality: Standards, Safety, and Tips for Travelers
Air quality in airplane cabins is regulated by several organizations to ensure passenger and crew health and safety. The primary regulatory body in the United States is the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which works in conjunction with the Environmental...
Air Quality Headlines
More Research Needed On Wildfire Smoke Toxicity, Scientists Say As They Warn Of Pollution ‘Time Bomb’
CBC | 25 July 2025 | Scientists warn that wildfires in Manitoba may be releasing toxic metals long stored in peat-rich soils contaminated by historical mining, raising concerns about the health risks of wildfire smoke and the urgent need for expanded air quality...
Closing Classroom Windows Does Not Stop Air Pollution, Study Finds
The Guardian | 25 July 2025 | A yearlong study of nearly 500 UK classrooms found that most indoor air pollution comes from outside, especially on high-smog days, and that closing windows doesn’t help—only outdoor air quality improvements and filtration can...
Trump’s EPA Now Says Greenhouse Gases Don’t Endanger People
NPR | 25 July 2025 | The Trump administration is seeking to repeal the EPA's 2009 endangerment finding that underpins U.S. climate regulations, a move critics say prioritizes fossil fuel interests over science and public health while setting the stage for a long legal...
Citizen Air Monitoring Network Grows Stronger In West Virginia’s “Chemical Valley”
Appalachian Voices | 24 July 2025 | Residents of Institute, West Virginia — a historically Black community long exposed to industrial pollution from nearby chemical plants — are turning to grassroots air monitoring networks and environmental advocacy to fight for...
UCLA-Led Team Installs Air Quality Monitoring Network In Western L.A. County As Part Of Fire Recovery Efforts
Newsroom | UCLA | 24 July 2025 | UCLA researchers have launched a new air quality monitoring network across West Los Angeles to track both fine and coarse pollutants stirred up by wildfire recovery and reconstruction, offering real-time data to help protect residents...
Indoor Ultrafine Particle Concentrations And Their Size Distributions During Festival-Associated Emissions In Urban Region
ScienceDirect.com | 23 July 2025 | A study in Delhi found that indoor air pollution, especially ultrafine particle concentrations, significantly increases during festival activities like fireworks and cooking, posing heightened health risks due to toxic particles...
New Network Of Air Pollution Monitors Launches Near Palisades Fire
Los Angeles Times | 23 July 2025 | UCLA researchers have deployed a new network of real-time air pollution monitors across northwest Los Angeles County to track fine and coarse particulate matter from wildfire recovery and construction, aiming to provide residents...
Methane Leaks From Gas Pipelines Are A Hidden Source Of Widespread Air Pollution
The Conversation | 23 July 2025 | A study found that natural gas pipeline leaks, including small and undocumented ones, significantly contribute to regional air pollution and health risks by increasing fine particulate matter (PM2.5), underscoring the need for...
Cleaner Air After Industrial Plant Closure Improves Lung Health In Local Residents
News-Medical.net | 23 July 2025 | A study by NYU researchers found that shutting down a major fossil fuel plant near Pittsburgh led to immediate and sustained reductions in respiratory-related emergency visits, especially among children, highlighting the significant...
New Online Tool Helps People Monitor Harmful Pollution In Their Neighborhoods
ABC13 | 23 July 2025 | Air Alliance Houston has launched an online dashboard with low-cost air sensors in pollution-prone neighborhoods to help residents monitor local air quality and make informed decisions about outdoor activities, especially for those with...
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