Spatial–temporal patterns in anthropogenic and biomass burning emission contributions to air pollution and mortality burden changes in India from 1995 to 2014
Bin Luo,Yuqiang Zhang,Tao Tang,Hongliang Zhang,Jianlin Hu,Jiangshan Mu,Wenxing Wang,and Likun Xue
Bin Luo
Environment Research Institute, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China
Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China
Jianlin Hu
Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Atmospheric Environment Monitoring and Pollution Control, Collaborative Innovation Center of Atmospheric Environment and Equipment Technology, Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology, Nanjing 210044, China
Jiangshan Mu
Environment Research Institute, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China
Wenxing Wang
Environment Research Institute, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China
India is facing a severe air pollution crisis that poses significant health risks, particularly from PM2.5 and O3. Our study reveals rising levels of both pollutants from 1995 to 2014, leading to increased premature mortality. While anthropogenic emissions play a significant role, biomass burning also impacts air quality, in particular seasons and regions in India. This study underscores the urgent need for localized policies to protect public health amid escalating environmental challenges.
India is facing a severe air pollution crisis that poses significant health risks, particularly...