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Is "plastic neutral" greenwashing?

Plastic credits can help fund waste cleanup, but they can also justify making more plastic

Salon

Sunak branded ‘inaction man’ at PMQs as Starmer attacks record on schools, prisons and China – as it happened

Labour leader accuses government of failing to heed warnings which has led to series of crises this week

The Guardian - UK

Bengaluru’s traffic takes a deafening turn for the worst

The amended Motor Vehicles Act unequivocally mandates that loud, shrill, musical horns are illegal. But repeated, continuous, unnecessary honking goes absolutely unchecked in road stretches across the city.

The Hindu

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Labour to vote against ‘reckless’ plan to scrap housebuilding pollution rules

The Opposition party argued there are better ways to build new homes than ‘green lighting water pollution’.

The Independent UK

Labour to oppose ‘reckless’ Tory plans to rip up EU pollution laws

Party announces it will vote against Conservative bid to scrap river nutrient neutrality rules for housebuilders

The Guardian - UK

Was acid rain truly a success story?

The U.S. once forged a bipartisan consensus to fight acid rain. Can we do likewise for other ecosystem breakdowns?

Salon

Ministers ignored Natural England’s advice on plans to rip up pollution laws

Correspondence shows nature watchdog had recommended that housebuilders pay for pollution

The Guardian - UK

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‘Say bye to diesel’: Centre warns automakers of higher taxes in pollution fight

India's Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari plans to propose a 10% tax on diesel engine vehicles to the Finance Minister. This proposal is set to be presented later today. (75)

The Hindu

Island nations take landmark ocean protection case to UN court

Nine small island states suffering the devastating impacts of climate change have appeared before the UN maritime court to seek a ruling that will say ocean-heating carbon emissions are pollution and therefore a violation of international law.

Radio France Internationale

UN calls out Hunter mining, power station pollution impacts

UN rapporteur meets with Lake residents to discuss coal ash pollution.

Newcastle Herald

Karnataka Government will resume distribution of free sanitary pads to school, college girls from October 2023, says Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Separately, government launched a pilot project for distribution of menstrual cups to students in in Dakshina Kannada and Chamarajanagar districts. It is part of the government’s initiative on improving reproductive health by maintaining menstrual hygiene. At the same time, menstrual cups will contribute to reducing environmental pollution.

The Hindu

Small island nations take high-emitting countries to court to protect the ocean

Countries threatened by rising sea levels are asking a tribunal to decide on responsibility for pollution of the marine environment

The Guardian - UK

T.N. Chief Secretary urges district collectors to intensify monitoring of drinking water

Tamil Nadu Chief Sec. urges District Collectors to address water contamination issue with urgency. Take prompt measures incl. repair of pipelines, protection of tanks & reservoirs. Identify & address sources of pollution, regular cleaning & disinfection, enhanced quality surveillance & utilisation of field test kits. Involve SHG members in taking…

The Hindu

Study sheds more light on firefly habitat, mega congregation in Anamalai Tiger Reserve

A study of firefly species in Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu, underscores need for proactive conservation measures to preserve their habitat & safeguard ecosystem. Minimizing artificial light impact on communication & mating behaviors is also key. Suggested measures include low luminosity torch lights, limiting vehicular movement &…

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Two-day workshop on making eco-friendly Ganesha begins

Parisara Balaga, an environmental forum, held a two-day workshop to create awareness of eco-friendly Ganesha idols. The objective was to reduce air and water pollution and protect aquatic life. Resource persons taught participants how to mix ingredients and make idols, which they could take home for worship. The Mysuru City…

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Air pollution makes it difficult for bees to find flowers: Research

According to a new study, air pollution prevents bees from finding flowers because it degrades the scent. Read further on Dynamite News:

Evening Standard

London pollution alert issued as UK set for hottest day of the year

On Thursday was temperatures hit 32.6C recorded in Surrey

Evening Standard

Rugby fans in France told they face fines if they are drunk or too noisy

England and Scotland supporters heading to Marseille to watch the start of the Rugby World Cup could face large fines for drunkenness or noise pollution.

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The Guardian - UK

Shhhh! Rugby World Cup fans face fines if they are too noisy in Marseille

England and Scotland open their World Cup campaigns in city this weekend with fines of up to £154 for noise pollution and £128 for drunkenness

The Guardian - UK

‘Autobesity’ on course to worsen air pollution caused by motoring

Trend for bigger, heavier cars means more particles get released from brakes, tyres and road surfaces

The Texas Tribune

EPA’s inspector general says agency isn’t enforcing benzene pollution rules at refineries in Texas, nationally

A report by the federal environmental agency’s internal watchdog found that EPA is failing to enforce its own pollution limits for the known carcinogen at many refineries — including some in Texas.

WEKU

Superbugs catch a ride on air pollution particles. Is that bad news for people?

Antibiotic resistant microbes from the soil, from aquaculture, from sewage and from hospitals can hook onto air pollution particles. A new study looks at the implications.

The Hindu

Karnataka High Court allows Shanth Thimmaiah to continue as KSPCB chairman for now

The High Court of Karnataka on Thursday stayed the State government’s August 31 corrigendum, which resulted in abruptly ending the tenure of Karnataka State Pollution Control Board’s Chairperson Shanth A. Thimmaiah.

The Hindu

The northern plains of India is the most polluted region | Data

AQLI data shows failure to meet WHO's PM2.5 guideline cuts global life expectancy by 2.3 years. South Asia is worst affected, with Bangladesh losing 6.8 years & India 5.3 years. China stands out due to its success in reducing pollution by 42.3%, extending life expectancy by 2.2 years.

Zenger

People With Respiratory Conditions At Greater Risk From Climate Change:

Their symptoms will become worse, and for some, this will be fatal. The post People with respiratory conditions at greater risk

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