Indoor Air Quality Matters: COVID, Climate Change, and More

www.counterpunch.org— Indoor air quality has emerged as a critical public health concern, gaining traction amidst growing recognition of its significance in spreading COVID-19 and many other diseases. Though progress has been slow, several recent developments suggest palpable momentum toward addressing indoor air quality. Late last month, Science published an article by over 40 experts extolling the More

One Green Planet—US Air Quality Worsens Affecting Millions Amid Climate Challenges. This uptick in pollution is largely driven by wildfires, alongside prevailing issues of drought and extreme heat.

Phys.org—Should chatbots chime in on climate change? Study explore potential of AI platforms for climate literacy. Can chatbots provide accurate information about the dangers of climate change? Well, that depends on a variety of factors including the specific topic, location being considered, and how much the chatbot is paid, according to a group of Virginia Tech researchers.

Phys.org—New computer algorithm supercharges climate models and could lead to better predictions of future climate change. Earth System Models—complex computer models that describe Earth processes and how they interact—are critical for predicting future climate change. By simulating the response of our land, oceans and atmosphere to manmade greenhouse gas emissions, these models form the foundation for predictions of future extreme weather and climate event scenarios, including those issued by the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).