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Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Only seven countries worldwide meet WHO dirty air guidelines, study shows

Global air quality remains poor, with almost all countries exceeding WHO air pollution guidelines for PM2.5 particles.
Running
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Tokyo Marathon Times Might Be Slower Because of Bad Air Quality

Air quality now rivals weather as a concern for marathon runners ahead of races.
Even low levels of air pollution can affect marathon performance, according to recent research.
Cooking
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Cooking with a gas stove 'creates more pollution than busy roads'

Gas stoves release toxic pollutants at levels exceeding those found on busy city roads, suggesting a switch to induction hobs for health benefits.
London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

ULEZ expansion cuts pollution in outer London, study confirms

The ULEZ expansion reduced air pollution in London.
Business activity remained stable after ULEZ expansion, countering protestor claims.
The impact assessment lacked a review of alternative interventions and their effects.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Almost Half of Americans Breathe Unhealthy Air, Report Finds

156 million Americans are exposed to unsafe air quality according to the American Lung Association.
Regulatory rollbacks could worsen air quality issues.
The Clean Air Act has significantly improved public health.
Many Americans still face serious health risks from pollution.
Chicago
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Mystery as major US city is flooded with toxic chemicals in the air

Chicago experienced alarmingly high air pollution levels, raising concerns over public health.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Only seven countries worldwide meet WHO dirty air guidelines, study shows

Global air quality remains poor, with almost all countries exceeding WHO air pollution guidelines for PM2.5 particles.
Running
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Tokyo Marathon Times Might Be Slower Because of Bad Air Quality

Air quality now rivals weather as a concern for marathon runners ahead of races.
Even low levels of air pollution can affect marathon performance, according to recent research.
Cooking
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Cooking with a gas stove 'creates more pollution than busy roads'

Gas stoves release toxic pollutants at levels exceeding those found on busy city roads, suggesting a switch to induction hobs for health benefits.
London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

ULEZ expansion cuts pollution in outer London, study confirms

The ULEZ expansion reduced air pollution in London.
Business activity remained stable after ULEZ expansion, countering protestor claims.
The impact assessment lacked a review of alternative interventions and their effects.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Almost Half of Americans Breathe Unhealthy Air, Report Finds

156 million Americans are exposed to unsafe air quality according to the American Lung Association.
Regulatory rollbacks could worsen air quality issues.
The Clean Air Act has significantly improved public health.
Many Americans still face serious health risks from pollution.
Chicago
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Mystery as major US city is flooded with toxic chemicals in the air

Chicago experienced alarmingly high air pollution levels, raising concerns over public health.
more#air-quality
fromThe Cool Down
1 day ago

Resident raises concern after spotting invasive campaign creeping across building walls: 'Such an eyesore'

Excessive advertising fuels overconsumption as promotions encourage constant buying, contributing to landfill waste and pollution, leading to frustrations among consumers in their daily environments.
Media industry
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Day 72 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Street smell has gotten so bad, residents can't open windows

Residents are frustrated with ongoing pollution and crime issues in their neighborhood despite police presence.
#environmental-health
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

San Francisco Bay fish are contaminated with levels of 'forever chemicals' that could harm anglers

'Forever chemicals' found in San Francisco Bay fish pose health risks to consumers, especially vulnerable populations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

UK falling behind on tackling microplastic pollution, scientists say

UK is lagging in international responses to microplastics pollution.
Urgent action needed to create a roadmap for reducing microplastics in the environment.
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

San Francisco Bay fish are contaminated with levels of 'forever chemicals' that could harm anglers

'Forever chemicals' found in San Francisco Bay fish pose health risks to consumers, especially vulnerable populations.
more#environmental-health
#environmental-law
more#environmental-law
#environmental-issues
Mission District
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Toxic plume' from gas station imperils Walnut Creek development plans, legal complaint alleges

Contaminated soil at a Walnut Creek gas station threatens local development and public health, as a business owner seeks accountability from oil corporations.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

No fish, no money, no food': Colombia's stilt people fight to save their wetlands

The Cienaga Grande de Santa Marta wetlands, a UNESCO reserve, face ecological disaster, impacting local communities and biodiversity.
fromsilive
1 month ago
NYC politics

'Some type of oil spill' discovered in Staten Island pond; residents raise alarm about polluted area

fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

What a history of underground parking reveals about postwar policy | Aeon Essays

Mission District
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Toxic plume' from gas station imperils Walnut Creek development plans, legal complaint alleges

Contaminated soil at a Walnut Creek gas station threatens local development and public health, as a business owner seeks accountability from oil corporations.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

No fish, no money, no food': Colombia's stilt people fight to save their wetlands

The Cienaga Grande de Santa Marta wetlands, a UNESCO reserve, face ecological disaster, impacting local communities and biodiversity.
fromsilive
1 month ago
NYC politics

'Some type of oil spill' discovered in Staten Island pond; residents raise alarm about polluted area

fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

What a history of underground parking reveals about postwar policy | Aeon Essays

more#environmental-issues
#housing-crisis
more#housing-crisis
#environment
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Olympic rowing legend wants River Thames clean-up

Sir Steve Redgrave urges government to tackle pollution in the Thames for public health and environmental protection.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

E.P.A. Is Said to Plan Deep Cuts to Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program

The EPA plans to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions reporting for most industrial facilities, creating significant transparency issues.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Olympic rowing legend wants River Thames clean-up

Sir Steve Redgrave urges government to tackle pollution in the Thames for public health and environmental protection.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

E.P.A. Is Said to Plan Deep Cuts to Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program

The EPA plans to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions reporting for most industrial facilities, creating significant transparency issues.
more#environment
#environmental-protection-agency
Environment
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

The Trump administration faces a fight over 'biggest' environmental deregulatory action in US history

The EPA plans to roll back numerous environmental protections, but faces significant challenges including legal hurdles and internal workforce issues.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

E.P.A. Plans to Close All Environmental Justice Offices

The Trump administration plans to eliminate E.P.A. offices focused on environmental justice, impacting pollution efforts in poor communities.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump wants a world without the EPA. Here's what that would actually look like

Environmental regulations are crucial for protecting public health and restoring natural spaces.
Environment
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Former EPA Employees Warn of Polluted Skies Ahead Under Trump

The Trump administration's environmental rollbacks threaten public health and could increase pollution-related illnesses and deaths.
Environment
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

The Trump administration faces a fight over 'biggest' environmental deregulatory action in US history

The EPA plans to roll back numerous environmental protections, but faces significant challenges including legal hurdles and internal workforce issues.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

E.P.A. Plans to Close All Environmental Justice Offices

The Trump administration plans to eliminate E.P.A. offices focused on environmental justice, impacting pollution efforts in poor communities.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump wants a world without the EPA. Here's what that would actually look like

Environmental regulations are crucial for protecting public health and restoring natural spaces.
Environment
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Former EPA Employees Warn of Polluted Skies Ahead Under Trump

The Trump administration's environmental rollbacks threaten public health and could increase pollution-related illnesses and deaths.
more#environmental-protection-agency
#environmental-policy
Environment
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

EPA launches full assault on environmental protection

The Trump administration launched a significant deregulation effort with 31 actions aimed at rolling back pollution restrictions.
The EPA will hand more power to states and retract its climate change mandate.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Said to Drop Lawsuit Over Toxic Chemical

The Trump administration is set to dismiss a lawsuit against a chemical manufacturer linked to high cancer risks in minority communities.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Just how bad are plastic straws? DW 03/04/2025

Trump's recent executive order aims to replace paper straws with plastic, citing inconvenience but raising concerns over environmental implications.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump Said Auto Emissions Don't Affect the Environment. That's Not True.

Trump aims to relax auto pollution limits, claiming it won't impact the environment despite scientific evidence of harm.
Environment
fromTruthout
1 month ago

EPA Deletes Pollution Tracking Tools as It Offers Exemptions to Polluters

The Trump administration's actions significantly undermine environmental protections, threatening public health and community safety.
Environment
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

EPA launches full assault on environmental protection

The Trump administration launched a significant deregulation effort with 31 actions aimed at rolling back pollution restrictions.
The EPA will hand more power to states and retract its climate change mandate.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Said to Drop Lawsuit Over Toxic Chemical

The Trump administration is set to dismiss a lawsuit against a chemical manufacturer linked to high cancer risks in minority communities.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Just how bad are plastic straws? DW 03/04/2025

Trump's recent executive order aims to replace paper straws with plastic, citing inconvenience but raising concerns over environmental implications.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump Said Auto Emissions Don't Affect the Environment. That's Not True.

Trump aims to relax auto pollution limits, claiming it won't impact the environment despite scientific evidence of harm.
Environment
fromTruthout
1 month ago

EPA Deletes Pollution Tracking Tools as It Offers Exemptions to Polluters

The Trump administration's actions significantly undermine environmental protections, threatening public health and community safety.
more#environmental-policy
#environmental-impact
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
2 months ago

There are enough microplastics in your brain to make an entire spoon

Microplastics accumulate in the human brain, with alarming concentrations found, especially among those with dementia.
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Toxic microplastics blamed on product that's 'everywhere you look'

Paint is a significant, yet understudied, source of microplastics that impacts the environment and health.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Spotlight on AI This Earth Day: 'AI Is Fundamentally Incompatible With Environmental Sustainability'

Generative AI significantly impacts environment through high energy consumption and pollution, affecting sustainability goals.
Pets
fromFuturism
1 month ago

New Research Finds That Dogs Are Incredibly Horrible

Pet dogs have a significant negative impact on the environment, comparable to that of housecats.
OMG science
fromDefector
1 month ago

We're Littering The Earth With Space Trash | Defector

SpaceX rocket tests have resulted in significant debris and environmental concern in the Caribbean.
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
2 months ago

There are enough microplastics in your brain to make an entire spoon

Microplastics accumulate in the human brain, with alarming concentrations found, especially among those with dementia.
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Toxic microplastics blamed on product that's 'everywhere you look'

Paint is a significant, yet understudied, source of microplastics that impacts the environment and health.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Spotlight on AI This Earth Day: 'AI Is Fundamentally Incompatible With Environmental Sustainability'

Generative AI significantly impacts environment through high energy consumption and pollution, affecting sustainability goals.
Pets
fromFuturism
1 month ago

New Research Finds That Dogs Are Incredibly Horrible

Pet dogs have a significant negative impact on the environment, comparable to that of housecats.
OMG science
fromDefector
1 month ago

We're Littering The Earth With Space Trash | Defector

SpaceX rocket tests have resulted in significant debris and environmental concern in the Caribbean.
more#environmental-impact
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Clean Indoor Air Improves Health-What You Need to Know

Indoor air quality is crucial as we spend 90% of our time indoors, where pollution and viruses thrive.
Improving ventilation and filtration can significantly reduce indoor health risks.
Clean air should be considered essential infrastructure for health and well-being.
#urban-development
London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's Pocket Parks: Berestede Road Open Space, W6

The rise of motor vehicles profoundly changed once tranquil spaces in London, leading to pollution and community dissatisfaction.
London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's Pocket Parks: Berestede Road Open Space, W6

The rise of motor vehicles profoundly changed once tranquil spaces in London, leading to pollution and community dissatisfaction.
more#urban-development
#microplastics
OMG science
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Craft glitter causing major damage to marine life, Trinity scientists reveal

Microplastic pollution significantly disrupts marine life by interfering with biomineralisation and accelerating plastic degradation.
Mental health
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Chewing Gum Is Flooding Your Mouth With Microplastics

Chewing gum may release thousands of microplastic shards into saliva, raising concerns about microplastic exposure.
more#microplastics
#climate-change
World news
fromMail Online
2 months ago

The 36 companies responsible for HALF the world's carbon emissions

A few corporations are accountable for the majority of global pollution, raising urgent calls for accountability and climate action.
World news
fromMail Online
2 months ago

The 36 companies responsible for HALF the world's carbon emissions

A few corporations are accountable for the majority of global pollution, raising urgent calls for accountability and climate action.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Climate crisis threatens Pakistan's bees and honey trade

Pakistan's honey varieties have decreased from 22 to 11 due to climate change and pollution, threatening the beekeeping industry.
Environment
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

World's Top 111 Corporations Have Caused $28T in Climate Damages, Study Finds

The study attributes $28 trillion in climate damages to corporate polluters, aiming to hold them accountable for their emissions.
Environment
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Environment improves as more nations prosper - the greatest polluter is poverty

Progress made in environmental issues over the years is significant, despite the prevalent negative outlook.
more#climate-change
#community-health
more#community-health
#environmental-protection
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA says polluters can email for exemptions

EPA facilitates presidential exemptions for polluters under the Clean Air Act, raising concerns from environmental groups.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Firms in court over river pollution that threatened fish and sensitive habitats

Legal penalties for environmental violations are insufficient, inadequately addressing severe ecological damages.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA says polluters can email for exemptions

EPA facilitates presidential exemptions for polluters under the Clean Air Act, raising concerns from environmental groups.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Firms in court over river pollution that threatened fish and sensitive habitats

Legal penalties for environmental violations are insufficient, inadequately addressing severe ecological damages.
more#environmental-protection
#gowanus-canal
more#gowanus-canal
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Kicking up a stink: row over sewage pollution blighting Cape Town's beaches

"Every time it recovers, there's another spill," said Caroline Marx, highlighting the ongoing issues with sewage pollution in Milnerton Lagoon despite previous recoveries.
Environment
#silvertown-tunnel
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Is the Silvertown tunnel a bridge to the future or a step backwards?

Silvertown tunnel aims to improve transport links and reduce congestion despite environmental concerns in an already polluted area.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Is the Silvertown tunnel a bridge to the future or a step backwards?

Silvertown tunnel aims to improve transport links and reduce congestion despite environmental concerns in an already polluted area.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

When Silvertown opens, Blackwall tolls start too

The Silvertown Tunnel tolls are highly debated, with critics arguing against it due to environmental concerns and supporters claiming it will improve transport efficiency.
more#silvertown-tunnel
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Biscayne Bay is polluted. Miami-Dade hopes this new technology will help clean it up

The latest solutions from Miami-Dade County to fix the polluted bay include three new projects to improve infrastructure - all different variations on advanced filters to clean dirty street water.
Miami food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Tiger's Share by Keshava Guha review hopeless sons vs brilliant daughters

The arrival of October marks a shift in Delhi's air, where smog obstructs the sky, and the Loo wind transforms the heat into a suffocating presence.
London politics
#epa
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Trump administration slashes dozens of US environmental protections

The EPA will eliminate 31 protections against air and water pollution, significantly changing environmental regulations.
This move is part of a broader deregulatory agenda by the Trump administration.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
2 months ago

U.S. Slaughterhouses Dump Wastewater Containing Blood, Body Parts and Bacteria. The EPA Is Looking to Change That.

The EPA plans to implement new wastewater pollution limits for slaughterhouses and processing plants, addressing harmful environmental impacts.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Trump administration slashes dozens of US environmental protections

The EPA will eliminate 31 protections against air and water pollution, significantly changing environmental regulations.
This move is part of a broader deregulatory agenda by the Trump administration.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
2 months ago

U.S. Slaughterhouses Dump Wastewater Containing Blood, Body Parts and Bacteria. The EPA Is Looking to Change That.

The EPA plans to implement new wastewater pollution limits for slaughterhouses and processing plants, addressing harmful environmental impacts.
more#epa
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What's in the millions of tonnes of sludge sprayed on to farmland? The answer won't make you happy | George Monbiot

The contamination of sewage sludge used on farmland poses unforeseen existential risks to humanity.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Hottest day of year as temperature hits 21C in London on spring equinox

The pollen season has already started and people with a sensitivity to tree pollen may have noticed the early tree species in the air.
London politics
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I'm obsessed with cave diving. This is the closest environment we have to space

Cave diving connects divers with historical and ecological aspects of the planet, highlighting the need for conservation and awareness of underwater ecosystems.
#paris
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Paris trials dedicated car-sharing lane on its notoriously congested ring road

Paris is trialing a car-sharing lane to reduce congestion and pollution on the ring road.
The initiative has sparked criticism for potentially worsening traffic issues.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Paris trials dedicated car-sharing lane on its notoriously congested ring road

Paris is trialing a car-sharing lane to reduce congestion and pollution on the ring road.
The initiative has sparked criticism for potentially worsening traffic issues.
more#paris
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