Economic growth and car ownership are driving worsening air quality, with the problem magnified by Central Asia’s geographical and meteorological characteristics, experts say.
Recent study finds long-term exposure to wildfire smoke raises stroke risk more than other air pollution sources.
U.S. President Donald Trump, withdrawing country from Paris Agreement on first day, signs decisions impacting global climate policies in first year of second term.
Tsinghua University scientists reveal organic compounds released by wildfires, prescribed burns 21% higher than previous estimates.
Researchers say phosphorus carried by smoke acts as natural fertilizer, increasing tree growth, carbon absorption in intact forest areas.