Org. that measures A.Q.I.

Answer:

EPA

Hint:

This U.S. agency founded in 1970 monitors pollution and sets standards for clean air, water, and land. It’s also behind the Energy Star program.

Explanation:

This clue refers to the Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, which tracks air quality in the U.S. The "A.Q.I." stands for Air Quality Index, a measurement the EPA uses to report pollution levels. The abbreviation "Org." simply means organization, pointing to the EPA as the group behind this data.

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