Punjab authorities have imposed a ban on outdoor activities, citing a significant increase in smog-related health issues, particularly affecting children.
Los Angeles makes progress but earns 25th-straight F in air quality
Despite significant progress, Southern California's Greater Los Angeles retains the title of the smoggiest region in the nation.
How smog, air pollution cause long-term health issues DW 11/22/2024
Air pollution remains a critical issue in Asia, particularly in densely populated areas like India and Pakistan, necessitating immediate actions.
A CEO says Delhi's toxic smog has gotten so bad his workers can't commute in it
Severe air pollution in New Delhi has led to school closures, construction bans, and significant commuter disruptions.
Asia: How smog, air pollution cause long-term health issues DW 11/22/2024
The top 100 most polluted cities are all in Asia, with severe air pollution impacting daily life in places like New Delhi and Pakistan.
Punjab authorities have imposed a ban on outdoor activities, citing a significant increase in smog-related health issues, particularly affecting children.
Los Angeles makes progress but earns 25th-straight F in air quality
Despite significant progress, Southern California's Greater Los Angeles retains the title of the smoggiest region in the nation.
The air is killing us': why Delhi's pollution problem runs deeper than smog season
Delhi's severe air pollution poses a catastrophic health risk, with a dramatic decrease in life expectancy for its residents.
India: Delhi struggles to fight toxic smog during Diwali DW 10/29/2024
Delhi's air pollution, exacerbated by Diwali festivities and farm stubble burning, poses serious health risks to children and sparks political disputes over accountability.
I've lived in Delhi my entire life. The toxic smog is suffocating, but I can't bring myself to leave.
Despite severe pollution, Varun Badhwar values his enduring connection to Delhi, reflecting on both its community and the challenges of its air quality.
The air is killing us': why Delhi's pollution problem runs deeper than smog season
Delhi's severe air pollution poses a catastrophic health risk, with a dramatic decrease in life expectancy for its residents.
India: Delhi struggles to fight toxic smog during Diwali DW 10/29/2024
Delhi's air pollution, exacerbated by Diwali festivities and farm stubble burning, poses serious health risks to children and sparks political disputes over accountability.
I've lived in Delhi my entire life. The toxic smog is suffocating, but I can't bring myself to leave.
Despite severe pollution, Varun Badhwar values his enduring connection to Delhi, reflecting on both its community and the challenges of its air quality.
Cleaned Up Shipping Emissions Have Revealed Additional Global Warming
Pollution regulations aimed at cutting sulfur emissions from ships may be inadvertently accelerating global warming.
Bizarre weather phenomenon explains why it snows near factories
CO2 and other greenhouse gases significantly contribute to global warming, with fossil fuels as the main source.
Mounting Evidence Shows Air Pollution Threatens Children's Cognitive Development | KQED
Air pollution may negatively impact children's brain development, affecting cognitive capacities and potentially increasing risks for cognitive deficits.
How a change in rice farming unexpectedly made India's air so much worse
Delaying rice sowing to save groundwater has unintentionally worsened air pollution in northern India, particularly affecting New Delhi.
Flowers Are Starting to Smell Different
Air pollution significantly reduces the number of insects visiting plants and affects pollination, potentially impacting plant reproduction.
Study shows toxic air in NYC subway system
Exposure to toxic air in NYC subway, especially impacting low-income riders.
Cleaned Up Shipping Emissions Have Revealed Additional Global Warming
Pollution regulations aimed at cutting sulfur emissions from ships may be inadvertently accelerating global warming.
Bizarre weather phenomenon explains why it snows near factories
CO2 and other greenhouse gases significantly contribute to global warming, with fossil fuels as the main source.
Mounting Evidence Shows Air Pollution Threatens Children's Cognitive Development | KQED
Air pollution may negatively impact children's brain development, affecting cognitive capacities and potentially increasing risks for cognitive deficits.
How a change in rice farming unexpectedly made India's air so much worse
Delaying rice sowing to save groundwater has unintentionally worsened air pollution in northern India, particularly affecting New Delhi.
Flowers Are Starting to Smell Different
Air pollution significantly reduces the number of insects visiting plants and affects pollination, potentially impacting plant reproduction.
Study shows toxic air in NYC subway system
Exposure to toxic air in NYC subway, especially impacting low-income riders.
Delhi air pollution: Why has India failed to clean up its toxic smog?
Delhi faces a severe air pollution crisis, prompting state authorities to consider artificial rain, while scientific skepticism about its effectiveness persists.
Video | India's government orders New Delhi staff to work from home as smog remains
The New Delhi government has ordered half of its employees to work from home due to hazardous air pollution.
Long and painful journey' to apology for Lewisham girl's pollution-linked death
Air pollution is now recognized as a public health crisis in the UK due to the tragic case of Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah.
Pakistan shuts schools in Lahore over record pollution DW 11/03/2024
Lahore primary schools to close for a week due to severe air pollution.
Delhi air pollution: Why has India failed to clean up its toxic smog?
Delhi faces a severe air pollution crisis, prompting state authorities to consider artificial rain, while scientific skepticism about its effectiveness persists.
Video | India's government orders New Delhi staff to work from home as smog remains
The New Delhi government has ordered half of its employees to work from home due to hazardous air pollution.
Long and painful journey' to apology for Lewisham girl's pollution-linked death
Air pollution is now recognized as a public health crisis in the UK due to the tragic case of Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah.
Pakistan shuts schools in Lahore over record pollution DW 11/03/2024
Lahore primary schools to close for a week due to severe air pollution.
Scientists find shocking cause of cancers plaguing Americans
Exposure to PM2.5 pollution is linked to a significant increase in the risk of head and neck cancers.
A Class of Materials Called Photocatalysts Can Break Down Common Toxic Pollutants, Research Shows
Scientists are researching photocatalysts to mitigate air pollution, generating reactive oxygen species that can break down toxic pollutants.
How toxic is YOUR air? Charts reveal pollution levels in cities
Air pollution remains a critical global health issue, with 99% of the population living in areas with hazardous air despite some improvements in cities.
Scientists find shocking cause of cancers plaguing Americans
Exposure to PM2.5 pollution is linked to a significant increase in the risk of head and neck cancers.
A Class of Materials Called Photocatalysts Can Break Down Common Toxic Pollutants, Research Shows
Scientists are researching photocatalysts to mitigate air pollution, generating reactive oxygen species that can break down toxic pollutants.
How toxic is YOUR air? Charts reveal pollution levels in cities
Air pollution remains a critical global health issue, with 99% of the population living in areas with hazardous air despite some improvements in cities.
Air Pollution from Buildings Driving Health Crisis in New York
Rising air pollution in New York is leading to increasing health issues like respiratory illnesses and heatstroke, prompting calls for urgent policy action.
Giving Up on Climate Action in a Second Trump Term Isn't an Option
Climate change was largely ignored in the recent election, despite its urgent significance and the extreme weather events affecting the nation.
How Much Do You Know About New York City and Climate Change?
NYC faces significant environmental challenges including air pollution and urban heat, necessitating strategic infrastructure and public transportation initiatives.
How Artists, Writers and Scientists of the Past Documented Climate Change
The exhibition 'Storm Cloud' explores the historical roots of climate change through artistic and scientific perspectives, emphasizing the long awareness of air pollution.
Can climate stripes change the way we think about air pollution?
Scientists visualize global air pollution disparities over time using air quality stripes, highlighting both problem areas and successes in air quality improvement.
Smoke-Filled Skies Leave Midwest Fearing Another Season of Polluted Air
Wildfire smoke from Canada impacting U.S., experts foresee active but less extreme season, need for increased awareness and adaptation.
Air Pollution from Buildings Driving Health Crisis in New York
Rising air pollution in New York is leading to increasing health issues like respiratory illnesses and heatstroke, prompting calls for urgent policy action.
Giving Up on Climate Action in a Second Trump Term Isn't an Option
Climate change was largely ignored in the recent election, despite its urgent significance and the extreme weather events affecting the nation.
How Much Do You Know About New York City and Climate Change?
NYC faces significant environmental challenges including air pollution and urban heat, necessitating strategic infrastructure and public transportation initiatives.
How Artists, Writers and Scientists of the Past Documented Climate Change
The exhibition 'Storm Cloud' explores the historical roots of climate change through artistic and scientific perspectives, emphasizing the long awareness of air pollution.
Can climate stripes change the way we think about air pollution?
Scientists visualize global air pollution disparities over time using air quality stripes, highlighting both problem areas and successes in air quality improvement.
Smoke-Filled Skies Leave Midwest Fearing Another Season of Polluted Air
Wildfire smoke from Canada impacting U.S., experts foresee active but less extreme season, need for increased awareness and adaptation.
Looking From Space, Researchers Find Pollution Spiking Near E-Commerce Hubs
Logistics warehouses are contributing significantly to air pollution with a 20% increase in nitrogen dioxide around them, impacting health and communities negatively.
99% of cars test positive for cancer-causing chemicals in cabin air
Flame retardants in vehicle interiors can potentially release chemicals into the air, impacting occupants' health.
Study suggests ultrafine particles linked to 1,100 deaths per year in Montreal and Toronto | CBC News
Long-term exposure to ultrafine particles from air pollution increases mortality risk, impacting major Canadian cities.
An exercise in building better.
Air quality monitors are essential for understanding personal health impacts and the environment, especially with various pollution sources.
Havering Council facing legal action over fires at toxic landfill site in Rainham
Havering Council faces legal action over delayed response to an illegal landfill site causing serious health risks for local residents.
Looking From Space, Researchers Find Pollution Spiking Near E-Commerce Hubs
Logistics warehouses are contributing significantly to air pollution with a 20% increase in nitrogen dioxide around them, impacting health and communities negatively.
99% of cars test positive for cancer-causing chemicals in cabin air
Flame retardants in vehicle interiors can potentially release chemicals into the air, impacting occupants' health.
Study suggests ultrafine particles linked to 1,100 deaths per year in Montreal and Toronto | CBC News
Long-term exposure to ultrafine particles from air pollution increases mortality risk, impacting major Canadian cities.
An exercise in building better.
Air quality monitors are essential for understanding personal health impacts and the environment, especially with various pollution sources.
Havering Council facing legal action over fires at toxic landfill site in Rainham
Havering Council faces legal action over delayed response to an illegal landfill site causing serious health risks for local residents.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced plans to recover £376 million in unpaid Ulez fines, emphasizing compliance among drivers and addressing concerns for low-income residents.
Sadiq Khan's Ulez expansion failed to lower pollution levels', report claims
Sadiq Khan's Ulez expansion did not lower pollution levels in outer London, as reported by Bromley Council.
Sadiq Khan rules out London Ulez expansion if he wins mayoral election
Sadiq Khan pledges not to expand Ulez scheme or introduce pay-per-mile scheme
Khan to focus on other measures to tackle air pollution like improving infrastructure and electric vehicle charging stations.
Drivers owe nearly 380m in unpaid Ulez fines
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced plans to recover £376 million in unpaid Ulez fines, emphasizing compliance among drivers and addressing concerns for low-income residents.
Sadiq Khan's Ulez expansion failed to lower pollution levels', report claims
Sadiq Khan's Ulez expansion did not lower pollution levels in outer London, as reported by Bromley Council.
Sadiq Khan rules out London Ulez expansion if he wins mayoral election
Sadiq Khan pledges not to expand Ulez scheme or introduce pay-per-mile scheme
Khan to focus on other measures to tackle air pollution like improving infrastructure and electric vehicle charging stations.
What accelerates brain ageing? This AI 'brain clock' points to answers
Exposure to air pollution and socio-economic inequality contribute to an accelerated gap between brain age and chronological age.
Plans to demolish Croydon stately home for new houses 'will ruin lives'
Residents express distress over Croydon Council's approval for eight semi-detached homes, citing pollution and loss of quiet enjoyment as major concerns.
New school street schemes brought in around four primary schools
New 'School Streets' around four Enfield schools aim to reduce air pollution and promote active transportation.
How Air Quality Affects Asthmaand What to Do About It
Dirty air, such as that from wildfires, exacerbates asthma symptoms significantly, impacting individuals like Alana Yanez, highlighting the importance of air quality for respiratory health.
California school district becomes first in nation to go all electric buses
Oakland Unified School District partners with ZÅ«m for fully electric bus fleet, reducing air pollution and benefiting student health.
Bay Area Tesla plant emits arsenic and other pollution, suit alleges
Tesla faces new lawsuit over ongoing air pollution concerns at the Fremont plant.
Your cooking could cause same lung damage as pollution, study says
Frying certain foods can release pollutants similar to those found in outdoor air, posing a risk to lung health.
That mouth-watering aroma of fresh food cooking? It may be degrading air quality
Cooking emissions can degrade outdoor air quality and contribute significantly to urban air pollution. Researcher suggests cooking releases as many volatile organic compounds as tailpipe emissions.
Your cooking could cause same lung damage as pollution, study says
Frying certain foods can release pollutants similar to those found in outdoor air, posing a risk to lung health.
That mouth-watering aroma of fresh food cooking? It may be degrading air quality
Cooking emissions can degrade outdoor air quality and contribute significantly to urban air pollution. Researcher suggests cooking releases as many volatile organic compounds as tailpipe emissions.
5 ways women can lower their stroke risk - including one to do before going outside
Women can lower stroke risk with Mediterranean diet, potassium-rich foods, air pollution awareness, tai chi or yoga, recognizing less common stroke signs.
What Is Pollution Doing to Our Brains? 'Exposomics' Reveals Links to Many Diseases
Exposure to air pollution in childhood can lead to decreased brain volume and increased risk of brain diseases in adulthood.
Why is Silvertown Tunnel controversial? The reason some oppose the new tunnel
The opening date for the Silvertown Tunnel is expected in summer 2025 despite ongoing opposition.
Protesters believe that the Silvertown Tunnel will increase traffic, air pollution, and HGVs passing through local areas.
Op-ed | NYC's asthma epidemic means clean energy is a public health issue * Brooklyn Paper
Increased air pollution in NYC is driving an asthma epidemic, disproportionately affecting African American and Latino populations.
Investing in clean energy is crucial to address the public health crisis of air pollution and combat the impacts of climate change on asthma.
Fulham clean air neighbourhoods took in almost 12m in fines last year
Schemes expect reduced revenue due to behavioral changes
Clean Air Neighborhoods aim to reduce pollution and traffic congestion.
Port Of Los Angeles' Goal For Zero Emissions Still Faces Some Roadblocks | KQED
Ports are a significant source of pollution in Southern California.
Central Valley farmworker layoffs highlight industry changes.