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Climate change could overwhelm our sewers – here’s how green infrastructure could help

Aside from hotter summers and melting glaciers, climate change is transforming how, when and where rain falls. This challenges much of the world’s sewer systems, especially with the added strains of population growth and increased urbanisation.

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Delhi NCR: Air quality touches 'severe category'; Crosses 400 mark

Meanwhile, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) classified the local air quality in the "Very Poor" category. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Watchdog warns Defra and Ofwat they could face court over sewage dumping

Environment Agency also served notice after investigation found failures to comply with law

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Government breached environmental rules over sewage overflows, watchdog finds

The Environment Department and regulators have two months to confirm they will take required steps to remedy the situation – or face court.

The Independent UK

Can U.N. summits save the planet? A faltering year of talks brings up questions about the process

In the past few months United Nations-sponsored negotiations to tackle climate change, plastic pollution, loss of global species and a growing number of deserts have either outright failed or come out with limited outcomes that didn’t address the scale of the problems

The Independent UK

Swimming status of Ilkley’s River Wharfe in limbo over sewage pollution

Stretch of river in West Yorkshire was first to get bathing status in 2020 but has since recorded poor water quality

The Guardian - UK

UP gears up for Mahakumbh 2025: Rs 55 crore treatment plant to ensure Ganga's purity

The UP Jal Nigam Urban in Salori is installing a geo tube-based treatment facility to treat wastewater from 22 untapped drains in the city, which is a crucial part of this preparation. Read further on Dynamite News:

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GRAP stage 3 re-imposed in Delhi amid very poor air quality

The CAQM, responsible for protecting and improving the quality of air in NCR and adjoining areas, introduced a revised plan to combat winter pollution on December 13. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ICJ weighs legal responsibility for climate change, ‘future of our planet’

The World Court’s 15 judges will consider arguments made by over 100 countries in a case led by Vanuatu, island nations.

Al Jazeera

White US neighborhoods have more EPA air quality monitors, study finds

Disproportionate placement of devices leaves communities of color less protected from dangerous pollutants

The Guardian - US

Wood heating could be worse than thought for rural air, study suggests

Research at Slovenian village finds particle pollution once air settles in valley reaches levels of the most polluted cities

The Guardian - UK

Air pollution likely killed millions of Indians over a decade, study finds

Some 3.8 million deaths from 2009 to 2019 can be linked to air pollution levels staying above national air quality guidelines

The Independent UK

Federal appeals court upholds $14.25 million fine against Exxon for pollution in Texas

A 2021 ruling found the oil giant committed more than 16,000 violations of the Clean Air Act at its Baytown refinery and plant.

The Texas Tribune

North Macedonia Protests Demand Better Air Quality

Protesters in North Macedonia demand government action to combat severe air pollution crisis, with thousands participating in protests for cleaner air.

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EPA Doubles Enforcement Efforts, Targets Climate Change Violations

EPA's enforcement efforts show progress with increased penalties, arrests for climate crimes, and pollution reduction.

Radio France Internationale

Urban greening could prevent hundreds of deaths a year, French study finds

Regreening cities and promoting walking and cycling could save hundreds of lives each year, a study by France's public health body has found.

The Independent UK

Air pollution hits 20-year low but public health risks remain – think tank

Almost all of England is still exposed to levels that the World Health Organisation associates with significant public health risks, researchers said.

The Independent UK

EPA hails 'revitalized' enforcement efforts as Biden administration heads to exit

The Environmental Protection Agency says it concluded more than 1,800 civil cases this year, a 3% increase over 2023, and charged 120 criminal defendants, a 17.6% increase over the previous year

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Water fined £6000 after sewage and dead fish discovered in burn

SCOTTISH Water has received a fine of £6000 after sewage and dead fish were discovered in a burn by the member of the public.

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