GHG levels rise over Delhi, Mumbai, warns IIT Bombay study

ByEnigma 808

A study led by IIT Bombay has revealed that levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4), key greenhouse gases, are rising in Delhi and Mumbai. The study comes as Delhi faces “poor” air quality, with an AQI of 201, expected to reach 346 by Friday. Mumbai’s air quality also declined after the monsoon, with an average AQI of 153 last week.

Using remote sensing data, researchers measured GHGs in these cities and found that levels are increasing, with seasonal and spatial variations. Satellite data from NASA and the European Space Agency helped identify methane hotspots, often linked to landfills and industrial areas. The team developed city-specific models to forecast GHG levels, highlighting the role of satellite data in guiding policy interventions.

The research stresses the need for urgent action to address climate change, particularly through targeted measures for waste management, traffic, and industrial emissions. To combat pollution, Delhi has imposed Stage 1 measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) ahead of Diwali.

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