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California's Latino-heavy cities have the highest air pollution levels in the U.S.

The conclusions stem from the annual air quality report by the American Lung Association

Latin Times · Apr 27, 2024

Sadiq Khan’s green credentials may be critical in London mayoral election

As mayor aims to win third term, what has he achieved so far on air pollution, the climate crisis and nature?

The Guardian - UK · Apr 27, 2024

Biden Targets Fossil Fuel Power Sector With Tough New Carbon Rules

Hailed by environmental groups as a "gamechanger," the regulations take effect from 2032 and will also mandate that new, high capacity gas-fired plants slash their carbon dioxide output by the same amount -- 90 percent -- a target that would require the use of carbon capture technology.

International Business Times · Apr 26, 2024

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Coal power plants must reduce pollution under new federal rules

The rules will require coal-fueled plants, including Texas plants that produced about 12% of power on the state’s grid this year, to reduce carbon emissions and mercury pollution and handle disposed coal ash more safely.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 25, 2024

Noise from traffic stunts growth of baby birds, study finds

Researchers also find zebra finches 20% less likely to hatch from eggs if exposed to noise pollution

The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2024

‘Privileged access’: pro-plastic lobbyists at UN pollution talks increase by a third

Fossil fuel and petrochemical campaigners at Ottawa summit outnumber scientists, EU and Indigenous delegates

The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2024

EPA Issues Rule To Cut Emissions From Coal Plants

EPA's new rule mandates coal plants to reduce emissions, supporting clean energy goals and combating climate change.

Coal and new gas power plants will have to meet climate pollution targets

Fifteen years after the EPA said greenhouse gasses are a danger to public health, the agency finalized rules to limit climate-warming pollution from existing coal and new gas power plants.

WEKU · Apr 25, 2024

EPA says its new strict power plant rules will pass legal tests - Roll Call

The Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday announced a series of actions to address pollution from fossil fuel power generators.

Roll Call · Apr 25, 2024

Mega-warehouses heap more pollution on hard-hit Illinois neighborhoods

Proliferation of hubs for online shopping disproportionately sited in low-income neighborhoods or communities of color

The Guardian - US · Apr 24, 2024

US Air Quality Hits 25-Year Low, Report Shows

Report highlights alarming rise in US air pollution levels, urging immediate action for public health and environmental protection.

Survey finds that 60 firms are responsible for half of world’s plastic pollution

Study confirms Philip Morris International, Danone, Nestlé, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola are worst offenders

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2024

Tory duty on Ofwat protects profits over reducing sewage pollution, experts say

Campaigners fear growth duty will hamper water regulator’s ability to crack down on companies in poor financial state

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2024

130 million Americans routinely breathe unhealthy air, report finds

Climate change is making it harder to meet clean air goals, says the 25th annual State of the Air report from the American Lung Association.

WEKU · Apr 24, 2024

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The Guardian - US · Apr 24, 2024

More than one-third of people in the US exposed to harmful air pollution – report

American Lung Association’s State of the Air report states nearly 131 million people are exposed to ozone and particle pollution

The Hindu · Apr 24, 2024

Pawan vows to be the voice of fisherfolk, farmers at Centre

Pawan Kalyan vows to fight marine pollution and support coastal communities, promising pollution-free development and environmental protection.

International Business Times · Apr 23, 2024

Talks On Global Plastic Treaty Begin In Canada

Negotiators from 175 nations began talks Tuesday to agree a global treaty to reduce plastic pollution, which is found everywhere from mountain tops to ocean depths, and within human blood and breast milk.

AAP · Apr 23, 2024

Electric cars to make bigger impact than electric homes

Laws to reduce vehicle emissions are on track to make a bigger environmental impact than disconnecting gas appliances, according to a study.

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 23, 2024

‘Currents bring life – and plastics’: animals of Galápagos live amid mounds of waste

As diplomats search for a deal to curb the world’s growing problem of plastic, piles of bottles, buoys, nets and packaging keep building up in what should be a pristine environment

The Guardian - UK · Apr 23, 2024

World must come together to tackle plastic pollution, says chair of UN talks

Ecuadorian ambassador to the UK is hopeful impasse can be overcome at treaty negotiations in Ottawa

WEKU · Apr 23, 2024

Talks for a plastic pollution treaty are stalling. Could the U.S. be doing more?

Critics say the U.S. has been unwilling to push for measures in a global agreement that would drive big cuts in plastic waste.

WEKU · Apr 22, 2024

How do you build without over polluting? That's the challenge of new Catan board game

A new version of the popular board game Catan aims to make players wrestle with a 21st-century problem: How do you develop and expand without overly polluting the planet?

The Hindu · Apr 22, 2024

What do countries and companies want in global plastic treaty talks? | Explained

Global leaders meet in Canada to discuss a groundbreaking treaty to combat plastic pollution and reduce carbon emissions.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2024

‘Where can you hide from pollution?’: cancer rises 30% in Beirut as diesel generators poison city

Lebanon’s economy and electricity system are broken and much power is now generated locally, with devastating effects on air quality and health

International Business Times · Apr 22, 2024

Negotiations On Global Plastic Treaty To Resume In Canada

Negotiators from 175 countries are meeting from Tuesday in Canada to nail down a binding global treaty to end plastic pollution with many sticking points to be resolved five months after the last round of talks in Kenya.

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