Hourly Air Quality Updates? NASA's TEMPO is Changing the Way We See Air Pollution!

TEMPO, the first space-based probe to measure air pollution hourly over North America, has captured its inaugural images.

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The TEMPO mission is a collaborative effort between NASA and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO).

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The instrument's data will be a cornerstone in President Biden and Vice President Harris's robust climate agenda.

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TEMPO's ability to track nitrogen dioxide on an hourly basis is a game-changer for understanding air pollution.

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At night, TEMPO will measure light pollution, a less-discussed but equally important environmental concern.

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The instrument will also monitor sudden environmental events like wildfires and volcanic eruptions in real-time.

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TEMPO is part of NASA's Earth Venture Instrument program, which includes small, targeted science investigations.

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TEMPO's advanced spectrometer detects pollution normally hidden within reflected sunlight.

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NASA and the Biden-Harris Administration are committed to making it easier for everyday Americans and decision-makers to access and use TEMPO data

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