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Climate TRACE, a nonprofit coalition, launched an interactive map and database tracking air pollution in 2,500 urban areas globally. The tool identifies 'super emitters' – top 10% PM2.5 pollution sources – disproportionately impacting 900 million people. Data combines PM2.5 and greenhouse gases, revealing pollution plumes from sources like power plants and refineries. The map, partly funded by Al Gore, aims to promote policy changes by visualizing pollution exposure and its health consequences, responsible for nearly 9 million deaths annually. Data is freely available for public use.

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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 1 original report from CNN.