Diane Archer

2 months ago | sei.org | Rachel Pateman |Anna Wikman |Diane Archer |Alison Dyke

To further the use of citizen science methodologies, more description and evaluation of co-created citizen science work is needed. The authors of this paper have sought to address this knowledge gap by sharing their experiences. Here, they discussed how citizen science approaches worked in two projects conducted in Nakuru, Kenya and Udon Thani, Thailand. The authors outlined the project journeys, including successes and challenges, and they offered recommendations for future projects.

2 months ago | sei.org | Chris Malley |Kevin Hicks |Diane Archer |Jaee Nikam

The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) joined UNEP to launch the Clean Air and Climate Solutions for ASEAN report during the 2025 Climate and Clean Air Conference in Brasília, Brazil. This report addresses critical air pollution and climate change challenges in Southeast Asia, aiming to improve air quality for millions while mitigating climate impacts.

Feb 3, 2025 | sei.org | Diane Archer

Air pollution is estimated to cause 32,300 deaths annually in Thailand, with PM2.5 exposure accounting for much of this. However, not everyone bears the burden of exposure to air pollution equally, and outdoor workers are particularly exposed. In this study, the authors sought to better understand how local residents and outdoor workers in central Bangkok experience air pollution in their day-to-day life, through a survey of their symptoms and mitigation measures.

Apr 8, 2024 | sei.org | Connie O'Neill |Jessica Slater |Chris Malley |Diane Archer

Skip navigation Exposure to outdoor air pollution causes ~10 000 premature deaths each year in Lao PDR. Annually, concentrations of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in the country are four times higher than the World Health Organization’s recommended guidelines. Due to the extensive use of biomass cooking fuels in the country indoor air quality is also a source of concern, causing ~6000 premature deaths a year.

Mar 26, 2024 | dataforprogress.org | Diane Archer

By Diane ArcherBig health insurers are chomping at the bit for Medicare business. They earn tens of billions of dollars in annual profits through the Medicare Advantage program. But, these insurers still claim they would cut benefits and raise costs for Medicare Advantage enrollees if the government doesn’t significantly increase their already inflated payments.