Long-term trends and climatic drivers of air pollution in a coastal urbanizing district of south India: Insights from Thrissur (2000–2023)

Key Points

• Air pollution trends show a significant increase over the last two decades, and climatic factors play a crucial role.
• The study documents a 40% rise in particulate matter levels from 2000 to 2023 in Thrissur's coastal district.
• Observational analysis of air quality data from 2000 to 2023 highlights the impact of urbanization and climatic shifts.
• The findings underscore the need for better pollution management strategies in coastal urban areas.