USAID Clean Air Catalyst: Accelerating Clean Air Solutions Fact Sheet

It highlights the severity of air pollution as a major environmental health risk, resulting in an estimated 6.7 million premature deaths each year. The program seeks to develop locally tailored, self-reliant solutions to cut air pollution and improve human health in cities in low- and middle-income countries. The fact sheet outlines the program's strategy, which includes working in two initial pilot cities, using a novel approach combining participatory science, structured media engagement, and assessment of public perceptions to build a shared understanding of pollution sources. It also highlights the program's partners, including the U.S. Agency for International Development, World Resources Institute, and Environmental Defense Fund.