The Latest Breaking News from Pollution

Wildfires are making the US smoggy again, reversing progress on cleaner air, study finds

A new study finds that smoke from larger wildfires is reversing more than a decade of American improvements in smog

The Independent UK · Jun 4

Wildfires are reversing America’s progress on ozone pollution, the main ingredient in smog

For decades, the United States made steady progress in reducing surface ozone pollution, the main ingredient in smog. But that progress – achieved as vehicles, industries and power sources became cleaner – is increasingly being overshadowed by a different and growing source of ozone pollution: wildfires.

The Conversation · Jun 4

Why the electric SUV boom is a problem for climate, health and equity

Governments and car manufacturers sell electric cars as the future of green transport. But a less visible trend is challenging this story: many electric cars are getting bigger.

The Conversation · Jun 4

Energy, water use and pollution of AI and data centers rival most countries

According to a United Nations University report, the environmental footprint of data centers already rivals some of the world's largest countries

AAP · Jun 3

From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCR

The Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air pollution in the region. Owners of older vehicles can get incentives to switch to cleaner BS-VI or electric vehicles. The scheme will benefit over two lakh vehicle…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Uttar Pradesh targets 35% cut in NCR pollution, rolls out tougher vehicle curbs

Uttar Pradesh aims to cut air pollution in the NCR by 30-35% by 2026. A 'No PUCC, No Fuel' policy will enforce pollution under control certificates for all vehicles. The state will also support replacing older trucks and buses with cleaner models. These steps are part of a larger effort…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

A lot of ‘recycled’ plastic is being burned overseas – and causing widespread pollution linked to health problems

Picture a pile of trash the size of Manhattan and taller than one and a half Empire State Buildings. That’s how much plastic waste the world is predicted to be generating every year by 2050 if nothing is done to change course.

The Conversation · Jun 2

There are thousands of dirty old drill sites in Colorado. The state gave oil firms a $1bn pass

Investigation reveals regulator let firms off the hook on cleanup bonds despite backlog that will take decades to clear

The Guardian - US · Jun 2

It has the highest levels of toxic Pfas in drinking water in Scotland. But how did this remote island become awash with forever chemicals?

Scientists believe they may now have found the cause of Fair Isle’s pollution – and warn that it should be ringing alarm bells in other coastal areas

The Guardian - UK · Jun 2

River pollution threat persists

The government should treat transboundary pollution in the Kok River basin as a national agenda issue, the National Health Commission Office (NHCO) says, as the threat to locals' health and incomes persists.

Bangkok Post · Jun 1