China Launches Bilingual Air Quality Data Sharing Platform
In a significant move towards advancing environmental research and management, Chinese scientists have introduced the China Air Pollution Data Center (CAPDC), a comprehensive bilingual platform dedicated to sharing air quality data. Accessible at www.capdatabase.cn, the CAPDC stands as the first of its kind in the Chinese mainland, focusing specifically on atmospheric pollution.
The platform offers eight data categories, including emission inventory, chemical reanalysis, field observation, satellite observation, laboratory measurement, and source profile. With 258 datasets and 15 technical reports, it provides an extensive resource for scientists, policymakers, and environmental enthusiasts worldwide.
Notably, the emission inventory category encompasses nine datasets covering various anthropogenic and natural sources. The chemical reanalysis section features high-resolution air quality reanalysis and PM2.5 composition data, while the field observation category presents 221 datasets from 2011 to 2021. These observations span 41 cities, offering insights into cloud characteristics and aerosol parameters.
\”The platform allows for rapid searching and downloading of data, and provides a solid data and support foundation for future related research,\” stated the introduction paper to the CAPDC, published in the journal Advances in Atmospheric Sciences.
The CAPDC is a collaborative effort spearheaded by Peking University, in partnership with Tsinghua University, the Institute of Atmospheric Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing Normal University, and 3Clear Science & Technology Co., Ltd. The platform’s bilingual services in English and Chinese aim to promote global collaboration and accessibility.
This initiative underscores China’s commitment to addressing air pollution and fostering international cooperation in environmental research. By making vast amounts of data readily available, the CAPDC is expected to play a crucial role in developing effective strategies to combat air pollution and its impacts on public health and the environment.
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