The United States has ended its pollution tracking program by its embassies, crucial for air quality data in cities like Beijing, citing budget constraints amidst broader cuts to environmental spending under the Trump administration.

On Tuesday, the United States government announced the cessation of pollution tracking conducted by its embassies, a program that served as a crucial source of environmental data, particularly in major cities such as Beijing. This decision comes as part of broader reductions in budget allocations for overseas operations and environmental initiatives under President Donald Trump’s administration. The State Department attributed this halt to “budget constraints,” indicating the challenges faced in sustaining the Air Quality Monitoring Program’s efforts in providing timely and accurate air quality data.

In summary, the termination of the pollution tracking program underscores the impact of budgetary restrictions on international environmental monitoring efforts. This decision potentially limits access to essential air quality information in regions significantly affected by pollution, thereby raising concerns over public health and environmental awareness in areas like China and India.

Original Source: www.kten.com

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