Managing India’s Air Quality Through an Eye in the Sky

This brief evaluates the merits of using satellite observations in aiding air quality management. It also identifies challenges in the effective application of satellite observations. By providing insights into the scope of use of satellite data for air quality applications, it recommends the way forward for key stakeholders, policymakers, and researchers.

Given the high upfront cost of setting up continuous monitoring stations, there is a strong need for identifying approaches that complement ground monitoring. Satellite observations have been used globally to track air quality and plug geographical blind spots.