Desertification in North Africa worsens pollution in Europe
Desert dust from North Africa has doubled in Europe since the 1970s.
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The fact
It now accounts for 30% of fine particle pollution in southern Europe.
This phenomenon, worsened by climate change, poses major health challenges.
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Why it matters
Cette étude révèle l'impact transcontinental de la désertification, un enjeu climatique et sanitaire croissant pour l'Europe.