What Is The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI)?
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11 Dec 2024
The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) measures particulate air pollution's impact on life expectancy
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Developed by Michael Greenstone and EPIC at the University of Chicago, the AQLI quantifies pollution's effects
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The AQLI combines research on long-term air pollution exposure with global particulate pollution measurements
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It provides insight into the true cost of air pollution on communities worldwide
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The AQLI helps illustrate how pollution policies can improve life expectancy when they meet safety standards
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Michael Greenstone, an economist at the University of Chicago, led the AQLI's development
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The AQLI uses recent research to show causal links between air pollution and reduced life expectancy
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It translates pollution data into understandable, concrete terms to inform policy decisions
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The AQLI's data can guide communities and policymakers on effective air pollution mitigation strategies
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By aligning with WHO guidelines, air quality policies can increase community life expectancy
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