When we talk about air pollution, we often focus on the present. What’s the air like today? Are PM2.5 levels high? Is it safe to go for a walk, or should we stay indoors? During a recent conversation with Beatriz and Danny from the World Resources Institute (WRI), I was reminded that the real opportunity lies in looking ahead. What if we could see pollution coming before it hits? That’s where air quality forecasting comes in. And for many cities in the Global South, it’s not just helpfu...