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Air pollution inequities linked to industrial swine facilities are detectable from space

The article from MSN discusses a study published in the journal Nature Communications Earth & Environment, which reveals that air pollution disparities linked to industrial swine facilities in North Carolina are so significant that they can be detected from space. Researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University used satellite imagery to analyze ammonia emissions, finding that these emissions are disproportionately higher in areas with large hog farms, predominantly affecting communities of color and low-income populations. The study highlights how these facilities contribute to environmental injustice, as the pollution not only affects air quality but also leads to health issues like respiratory problems among nearby residents. The findings underscore the need for regulatory measures to address these environmental inequities and protect vulnerable communities from the adverse effects of industrial agriculture.

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