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Crisis Resilient Urban Futures: The Future of Asian and Pacific Cities 2023

Opinion by Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana (bangkok, thailand) Friday, October 20, 2023 Inter Press Service BANGKOK, Thailand, Oct 20 (IPS) – Cities have always been dynamic hubs of culture, education, economic growth and opportunity, and most importantly, centres of social interaction attracting residents and visitors alike. It is no surprise then, that …

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How’s the air quality in African cities? Plus, 5 cities in the world with the worst air quality

How's the air quality in African cities? Plus, 5 cities in the world with the worst air quality

AQI is a daily air quality indicator. The Environment Protection Agency calculates the AQI based on five crucial air pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act: ground-level ozone, particle pollution (also called particulate matter), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. On the IQ Air website, you will be provided …

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