NASA's TEMPO Satellite Provides Real-Time Air Pollution Data for North America

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NASA's TEMPO Satellite Provides Real-Time Air Pollution Data for North America
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NASA's new spaceborne air pollution sensor, TEMPO, has captured the first images revealing the daily evolution of nitrogen oxide concentrations in major North American cities. The sensor, mounted on the Intelsat 40e satellite, can measure various toxic pollutants in real time, including ozone, nitrogen dioxide, formaldehyde, aerosols, and water vapor. TEMPO's data will help authorities better inform the public about air pollution levels and protect public health.

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