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What can be done to combat air pollution in Europe?

From wood burning to driving, there are things people can do – but industries such as shipping and agriculture bear most of the responsibility

The Guardian - UK

Can we save fireflies from extinction?

An estimated 1 in 3 firefly species are endangered thanks to light pollution, habitat loss and pesticides

Salon

Europe’s politicians have moral responsibility to tackle air pollution, says WHO environment director

Maria Neira highlights health impacts of dangerous pollution levels after Guardian investigation revealed scale of crisis

The Guardian - UK

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‘Very worrying’ pollution is ‘so prevalent’ in Europe, says Estonian climate minister – as it happened

Kristen Michal says clean air is ‘human right’ and breathing ‘should not make us sick’ after revelations about Europe’s toxic air

The Guardian - UK

‘Impossible to live like this’: Italy’s Po Valley blighted by air pollution among worst in Europe

Cremona residents say life becoming unbearable amid pollution from industry, cars and farm animal waste

The Guardian - UK

Key points from Rishi Sunak’s speech on changes to net zero policies

A raft of changes impacting how the Government plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address other environmental concerns including air pollution has been outlined by the Prime Minister.

Evening Standard

UN chief warns of 'gates of hell' in climate summit, but carbon polluting nations stay silent

The United Nations chief says Earth is facing a hellish problem in climate change and its leaders still aren’t doing nearly enough to curb carbon emissions that’s causing it

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How wildfire smoke is erasing years of progress toward cleaning up America's air

A new study finds that smoke from massive wildfires has eroded about a quarter of the air quality gains from the last few decades.

WEKU

Mayor Johnson’s environmental plan is a needed and welcome step for equity

The mayor has been moved to action, but his plan is just a first step to tackle the long-standing problem of environmental racism.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘The air tastes like burnt plastic’: Skopje’s chronic pollution problem

Capital of North Macedonia is a PM2.5 hotspot where people fear for their health. Is there hope for change?

The Guardian - UK

Methodology behind the Guardian’s air pollution in Europe investigation

The project has employed various data sources, from road and land use data to meteorological information

The Guardian - UK

Revealed: almost everyone in Europe is breathing toxic air

Guardian investigation finds 98% of Europeans breathing highly damaging polluted air linked to 400,000 deaths a year

The Guardian - UK

‘School street’ traffic restrictions in Olympic park credited for 45 per cent reduction in soot pollution

Banning parents from dropping off their children by car resulted in a big drop in toxic particulates at a primary school in the Olympic park, according to new research.

Evening Standard

Johnson unveils city reforms to fight environmental racism

“In the greatest city in the world, no neighborhood should have to suffer the burdens of pollution more so than any other neighborhood,” the mayor said.

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Probe launched as more than 50 fish found dead in Scottish river

AN inquiry into the death of dozens of salmon and trout in a famous Scottish fishing river has been launched.

The Guardian - UK

Tell us: how has air pollution affected yours or your family’s health?

We’d like to hear from people in the UK who have been told by healthcare professionals that air pollution may have played a role in yours or your family’s ill health

The Guardian - UK

How anti-Ulez campaigners misused air pollution finding in Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah death

Three years after unprecedented inquest ruling, absence of other cases has left a gap for pollution sceptics to exploit

The Guardian - UK

Drivers likely to benefit from London Ulez, Sadiq Khan to say

Car users can be exposed to more damaging pollution than cyclists, bus passengers or pedestrians, research claims

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‘Protect our home:’ Girl Scouts paint mural in support of resident opposition to proposed data center in South Loop

Local residents continue to rally against the expansion of a data center, citing concerns of noise disruption and potential air pollution, according to the president of the Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance.

The Hindu

Edayar industrial unit responsible for discoloration in Periyar River, finds Kerala State Pollution Control Board

Kerala State Pollution Control Board finds illegal discharge of pollutants from Sud-Chemie India Pvt Ltd caused discolouration of Periyar river. Tests revealed presence of chromium. Notice issued to company seeking explanation and steps to prevent future incidents. Tests showed parameters within limit, but untreated discharge of effluents through stormwater drain…

The Hindu

CAG notes shortcomings in solid waste management in urban local bodies

CAG finds glaring weaknesses in waste mgmt in urban areas of Kerala; urges Govt to establish effective mech for monitoring & compliance with rules.

The Hindu

Garment factory polluting waterbodies in Shivamogga, allege villagers

Farmers in Shivamogga protest against Shahi Exports for polluting waterbodies. Residents allege damage to lives & minor industries. Former MP & environmentalist demand closure & accountability. Pollution Control Board issued notices & collecting samples for lab tests.

The Conversation

The importance of shining a light on hidden toxic histories

Indianapolis proudly claims Elvis’ last concert, Robert Kennedy’s speech in response to Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, and the Indianapolis 500. There’s a 9/11 memorial, a Medal of Honor Memorial and a statue of former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning.

Zenger

How Spiders Can Transfer Mercury Contamination To Animals

Mercury poisoning can lead to digestive problems and even to kidney or brain damage in animals.

The Times of India

CM Arvind Kejriwal to announce Delhi's winter action plan on October 1 to check pollution: Environment minister Gopal Rai

NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will announce the winter action plan on October 1 to check pollution in the capital, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Thursday.

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