Remote sensing assessment of dust pollution from mining activities in Haraz Basin, Iran

Key Points

• Dust pollution levels were notably high, indicating adverse effects from mining operations nearby.
• Data from remote sensing technology helped quantify pollution levels, with measurements collected over several months.
• The assessment used satellite imaging techniques and atmospheric data to track pollution dispersion over the basin.
• Findings stress the need for regulatory measures to mitigate air quality degradation due to mining.