The Latest Breaking News from Pollution

Kentucky coal ash is contaminating groundwater, but companies argue they’re in compliance

Public prosecution 'a great model' for future suits against polluters.

Countries have begun to discuss a future global plastics treaty which would cut pollution, some hope entirely by 2040, at U.N. talks in Uruguay this week, with many states calling for curbs on plastic production as a way to reach that goal.

Globally, waste pickers are responsible for collecting and recovering – from homes, businesses and landfills – up to 60% of all plastics which are then recycled. These workers do more than any other people to prevent plastic contaminating the environment, yet their work is rarely valued and they struggle to…

First global analysis follows discovery of toxic pollution particles in lungs and brains of foetuses

The toxic Great Smog of London caused five days of disruption and thousands of deaths.

The move comes a week after Mr Khan announced the extension of London’s ultra-low emission zone.

CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s iconic Great Barrier Reef is once again at risk of being categorized as endangered, after the United Nations reported ongoing threats to the natural wonder including pollution and climate-fueled bleaching.

The clean air zone is aimed at reducing traffic pollution in Bristol city centre, with buses and coaches facing a cost of £100 a day