
The Natural Experiment
99% Invisible
00:00
Air Quality Rebirth: Lessons from the Pandemic
This chapter examines the surprising improvements in air quality during pandemic shutdowns in India, revealing a stark contrast to the country's ongoing air pollution crisis. It highlights crucial research on local pollution sources, the challenges in addressing them, and the societal responses to public health threats, juxtaposing them with the immediate reactions to COVID-19. Through personal anecdotes and alarming statistics, the chapter calls for collective action to tackle environmental injustices and transform urban health.
Play episode from 08:30
Transcript


