Satellite observations of nitrogen dioxide near key U.S. ports suggest that increased shipping activity and backlogs may be affecting air quality.
Published Oct 27, 2021Image of the Day Atmosphere Dust and Haze Human Presence Remote Sensing
With most lockdowns ending and economic activity resuming, levels of the air pollutant have returned to near normal for this time of year.
Published May 22, 2020Image of the Day Atmosphere Life Dust and Haze Human Presence Remote Sensing
NASA’s Aura satellite observes nitrogen dioxide hovering over many cities in the region, trapped by winter weather conditions.
Published Jan 18, 2013An uncommon display of cloud streets formed off of the northern coast of Australia.
Published Jul 24, 2016Haze, clouds, and fog mingled in China’s Sichuan Basin on December 24, 2014.
Published Dec 26, 2014A collaborative field study seeks to advance NASA’s ability to monitor air quality from space.
Published Mar 2, 2016The Sichuan Basin’s bowl-shaped topography helps trap air pollution.
Published Jan 26, 2014With new regulations of ozone-forming pollutants, bad air quality days in the eastern United States have dropped.
Published May 26, 2016