The U.S. government’s decision to stop sharing crucial air quality data gathered from its embassies and consulates has drawn concern from local scientists and experts. The data collected, which included information on dangerous fine particulate matter, played a key role in monitoring global air quality and improving public health. This move, attributed to funding constraints under President Donald Trump’s administration, has been deemed a significant blow to air quality research. Many fear the immediate consequences on vulnerable populations worldwide, especially those in developing countries and regions heavily reliant on U.S. monitoring systems. Despite these challenges, some nations are looking to strengthen their own air quality monitoring infrastructure in response.
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