On August 3, 2026, reports detailing air quality status were published for multiple locations across Chile, including Coronel Sur, Coronel Norte, Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Antofagasta, and Coyhaique. The reports note that Chile has experienced a marked improvement in air quality over the past twenty years, although regional inequalities continue to persist.
The findings are supported by a 2025 analysis published in the journal Atmosphere. The research was jointly developed by the University of Chile and the Center for Climate and Resilience Science (CR2), alongside ministry contributions, highlighting long-term environmental trends and ongoing disparities in air conditions across different regions of the country.
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