The AQABA project: Measuring air quality by sea

Summary

The AQABA project, a collaboration involving KAUST and international institutions, studies air quality and climate change in the Arabian Basin using a marine research vessel. The vessel traveled from France through the Suez Canal, around the Arabian Peninsula, and stopped at KAUST. Researchers presented findings on atmospheric dust, air pollution, and aerosol measurements, highlighting the impact of dust on renewable energy and air pollution on health. Why it matters: The project provides crucial data for understanding and addressing climate challenges and air quality issues in the Middle East.