How Colorado is regulating 5 'air toxics' in vulnerable neighborhoodsColorado is establishing state-level air toxic health standards to combat air pollution effects in vulnerable communities.
India: Will air pollution jack up health insurance costs? DW 03/13/2025Air insurance premiums in Delhi may increase due to health impact from pollution.Insurers are considering raising premiums by 10-15% for health policies in Delhi.
These Industrial Economies Have the Worst Air PollutionAir pollution causes significant mortality, even in developed nations.
Small changes can cut air pollution inside your home in a big wayIndoor air pollution can be worse than outdoor levels, necessitating home monitoring.
Lung cancer diagnoses on the rise among never-smokers worldwideNon-smokers are increasingly diagnosed with lung cancer, largely due to air pollution.Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer in non-smokers.
More than 150 million people are breathing polluted air in the USAlmost half of Americans live with unhealthy air pollution levels according to the 2025 report, worsened by climate change.Minority communities are disproportionately affected by air quality issues, facing higher health risks.
How Colorado is regulating 5 'air toxics' in vulnerable neighborhoodsColorado is establishing state-level air toxic health standards to combat air pollution effects in vulnerable communities.
India: Will air pollution jack up health insurance costs? DW 03/13/2025Air insurance premiums in Delhi may increase due to health impact from pollution.Insurers are considering raising premiums by 10-15% for health policies in Delhi.
These Industrial Economies Have the Worst Air PollutionAir pollution causes significant mortality, even in developed nations.
Small changes can cut air pollution inside your home in a big wayIndoor air pollution can be worse than outdoor levels, necessitating home monitoring.
Lung cancer diagnoses on the rise among never-smokers worldwideNon-smokers are increasingly diagnosed with lung cancer, largely due to air pollution.Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer in non-smokers.
More than 150 million people are breathing polluted air in the USAlmost half of Americans live with unhealthy air pollution levels according to the 2025 report, worsened by climate change.Minority communities are disproportionately affected by air quality issues, facing higher health risks.
Nearly half of Americans breathing in unsafe levels of air pollutants reportAmericans are increasingly exposed to harmful air pollutants, primarily due to climate change and environmental policy rollbacks.
Opinion: Children, Parents & Grandparents Call for Hochul to Move Faster on Climate ActionParents feel powerless to prevent pollution affecting their children's health and call on government action for effective climate legislation.
Ulez was not 'anti-motorist', Sadiq Khan claims in podcast interviewSir Sadiq Khan argues ULEZ expansion is about reducing air pollution, not being anti-car, with strong financial support for compliance.
Widespread use of electric bikes could help curb Pakistan's heavy air pollution. Can its grid support them?Pakistan ranks as the fourth-most polluted country in the world, with Lahore noted as the most polluted city due to motorbike emissions.
Chemical Industry Asks Trump for Exemption From Pollution LimitsChemical industry groups are seeking exemptions from new air pollution limits due to high compliance costs.
Can Artificial Rain, Drones, or Satellites Clean Toxic Air?Delhi is facing its worst air pollution in eight years, with PM2.5 levels spiking dangerously high.
Nearly half of Americans breathing in unsafe levels of air pollutants reportAmericans are increasingly exposed to harmful air pollutants, primarily due to climate change and environmental policy rollbacks.
Opinion: Children, Parents & Grandparents Call for Hochul to Move Faster on Climate ActionParents feel powerless to prevent pollution affecting their children's health and call on government action for effective climate legislation.
Ulez was not 'anti-motorist', Sadiq Khan claims in podcast interviewSir Sadiq Khan argues ULEZ expansion is about reducing air pollution, not being anti-car, with strong financial support for compliance.
Widespread use of electric bikes could help curb Pakistan's heavy air pollution. Can its grid support them?Pakistan ranks as the fourth-most polluted country in the world, with Lahore noted as the most polluted city due to motorbike emissions.
Chemical Industry Asks Trump for Exemption From Pollution LimitsChemical industry groups are seeking exemptions from new air pollution limits due to high compliance costs.
Can Artificial Rain, Drones, or Satellites Clean Toxic Air?Delhi is facing its worst air pollution in eight years, with PM2.5 levels spiking dangerously high.
Scientists find shocking cause of cancers plaguing AmericansExposure to PM2.5 pollution is linked to a significant increase in the risk of head and neck cancers.
Microplastics Make It into Your Food through Plant LeavesAirborne microplastics are a significant route for plastic contamination in plants, raising health risks through the food chain.
Scientists find shocking cause of cancers plaguing AmericansExposure to PM2.5 pollution is linked to a significant increase in the risk of head and neck cancers.
Microplastics Make It into Your Food through Plant LeavesAirborne microplastics are a significant route for plastic contamination in plants, raising health risks through the food chain.
The London Buzz - 11th April 2025Lambeth Council is investing £120,000 to reshape Brixton with new public strategies.Hackney Council is reviewing rejected blue badge applications after watchdog concerns.Bond Street is again Europe's most expensive shopping street.Gas boilers are now the primary source of London's air pollution.
Price of parking rises steeply due to English councils' clean-air surchargesCouncils in England are imposing surcharges on petrol and diesel vehicles to reduce air pollution, often without clear signage.
Operator of shuttered East Oakland foundry fined for pollution and air quality monitoring failuresThe EPA fined AB&I Industries $274,000 for Clean Air Act violations at its East Oakland foundry, highlighting ongoing community health concerns.
California biofuel project aims to cut wildfire risk, but at what cost?South Stockton residents face severe air pollution challenges, exacerbated by a proposed biofuel project that risks worsening local environmental conditions.
Haringey set to expand School Streets scheme to SIXTEEN more schoolsHaringey's School Streets initiative expands to enhance safety and sustainability around schools, promoting healthier travel for children.
Operator of shuttered East Oakland foundry fined for pollution and air quality monitoring failuresThe EPA fined AB&I Industries $274,000 for Clean Air Act violations at its East Oakland foundry, highlighting ongoing community health concerns.
California biofuel project aims to cut wildfire risk, but at what cost?South Stockton residents face severe air pollution challenges, exacerbated by a proposed biofuel project that risks worsening local environmental conditions.
Haringey set to expand School Streets scheme to SIXTEEN more schoolsHaringey's School Streets initiative expands to enhance safety and sustainability around schools, promoting healthier travel for children.
How residents and environmental officials are trying to clear the air in East OaklandCommunity members are unaware of the term 'fugitive dust,' which hampers reporting and awareness regarding air pollution.
Jet fumes over East Oakland but not Alameda? Groups say new OAK deal reinforces historic inequitiesThe settlement agreement on airport expansion may worsen pollution and reinforce inequities for East Oakland communities.
Weigh in on Berkeley's disaster readiness, environmental justice at Saturday workshopBerkeley is updating its General Plan to enhance climate resilience and environmental justice with community input and significant funding.
How residents and environmental officials are trying to clear the air in East OaklandCommunity members are unaware of the term 'fugitive dust,' which hampers reporting and awareness regarding air pollution.
Jet fumes over East Oakland but not Alameda? Groups say new OAK deal reinforces historic inequitiesThe settlement agreement on airport expansion may worsen pollution and reinforce inequities for East Oakland communities.
Weigh in on Berkeley's disaster readiness, environmental justice at Saturday workshopBerkeley is updating its General Plan to enhance climate resilience and environmental justice with community input and significant funding.
EPA gives thumbs up to California's new gas-powered car sale banCalifornia's plan to ban new gas-powered cars by 2035 aims to significantly reduce air pollution.
EV breaks produce emissions that are more toxic than diesel exhaustsElectric vehicles emit toxic particles from brake pads, contributing to air pollution despite being classified as zero-emission.Brake dust from electric vehicles is a significant source of particulate matter pollution.
Brake pad dust can be more toxic than exhaust emissions, study saysBrake pad emissions are more toxic than diesel exhaust and pose health risks, even with the rise of electric vehicles.
Leading the charge: how a drive for electric vehicles is cleaning up NepalNepal's electric vehicle adoption is surging, with over 70% of imported passenger vehicles being electric, aiming to combat severe air pollution.
EPA gives thumbs up to California's new gas-powered car sale banCalifornia's plan to ban new gas-powered cars by 2035 aims to significantly reduce air pollution.
EV breaks produce emissions that are more toxic than diesel exhaustsElectric vehicles emit toxic particles from brake pads, contributing to air pollution despite being classified as zero-emission.Brake dust from electric vehicles is a significant source of particulate matter pollution.
Brake pad dust can be more toxic than exhaust emissions, study saysBrake pad emissions are more toxic than diesel exhaust and pose health risks, even with the rise of electric vehicles.
Leading the charge: how a drive for electric vehicles is cleaning up NepalNepal's electric vehicle adoption is surging, with over 70% of imported passenger vehicles being electric, aiming to combat severe air pollution.
Will Global Warming Harm Cycling Forever?Global warming threatens cycling through severe weather, air pollution, and infrastructure damage, impacting cyclists' safety and enjoyment.
U.S. ports fear that federal funding to clean up pollution could be canceledThe shift towards electrification of port operations aims to reduce air pollution in nearby communities.Federal funding is critical for decarbonization efforts at U.S. ports, with $3 billion allocated under recent climate initiatives.
How lightning over shipping lanes dropped after regulating sulfurLightning activity over shipping lanes decreased significantly after international regulations on ship emissions were enacted.
CA Withdraws New Clean-Air Rules Before Trump Can Reject ThemCalifornia has abandoned its diesel truck regulations due to the anticipated opposition from the incoming Trump administration, jeopardizing air quality initiatives.
Air pollution linked to 1.5 million deaths per year study DW 11/28/2024Air pollution from forest fires is responsible for over 1.5 million deaths annually, primarily in low and middle-income countries.
Far From the Fires, the Deadly Risks of Smoke Are IntensifyingWildfire smoke is a significant and deadly source of air pollution, causing an estimated 675,000 premature deaths annually worldwide.
Will Global Warming Harm Cycling Forever?Global warming threatens cycling through severe weather, air pollution, and infrastructure damage, impacting cyclists' safety and enjoyment.
U.S. ports fear that federal funding to clean up pollution could be canceledThe shift towards electrification of port operations aims to reduce air pollution in nearby communities.Federal funding is critical for decarbonization efforts at U.S. ports, with $3 billion allocated under recent climate initiatives.
How lightning over shipping lanes dropped after regulating sulfurLightning activity over shipping lanes decreased significantly after international regulations on ship emissions were enacted.
CA Withdraws New Clean-Air Rules Before Trump Can Reject ThemCalifornia has abandoned its diesel truck regulations due to the anticipated opposition from the incoming Trump administration, jeopardizing air quality initiatives.
Air pollution linked to 1.5 million deaths per year study DW 11/28/2024Air pollution from forest fires is responsible for over 1.5 million deaths annually, primarily in low and middle-income countries.
Far From the Fires, the Deadly Risks of Smoke Are IntensifyingWildfire smoke is a significant and deadly source of air pollution, causing an estimated 675,000 premature deaths annually worldwide.
High air pollution alert issued for LondonHigh air pollution alert issued in London, warning residents to take precautions.Air pollution is a significant health risk, contributing to many premature deaths.
AI Linked to Growing Cancer RiskAI data centers greatly harm public health, causing pollution-related diseases and financial burdens on communities.
Bill Aims to Curb Truck Traffic Pollution From Mega-Warehouses That Move Your PackagesNew legislation aims to hold companies accountable for toxic emissions from warehouses.The indirect source rule seeks to mitigate air pollution from truck traffic in low-income communities.
AI Linked to Growing Cancer RiskAI data centers greatly harm public health, causing pollution-related diseases and financial burdens on communities.
Bill Aims to Curb Truck Traffic Pollution From Mega-Warehouses That Move Your PackagesNew legislation aims to hold companies accountable for toxic emissions from warehouses.The indirect source rule seeks to mitigate air pollution from truck traffic in low-income communities.
New rules that could increase California gas prices placed on hold. Here's why they were pausedCalifornia air pollution regulation changes that may raise gasoline prices are currently on hold for review, sparking criticism from legislators and environmental groups.
Nearly everyone in the world breathes bad air. This is what you can do to lower your riskAir pollution affects 99% of the global population, with severe health implications.Understanding pollutants is crucial in combating air quality issues.
The air is killing us': why Delhi's pollution problem runs deeper than smog seasonDelhi's severe air pollution poses a catastrophic health risk, with a dramatic decrease in life expectancy for its residents.
Nearly everyone in the world breathes bad air. This is what you can do to lower your riskAir pollution affects 99% of the global population, with severe health implications.Understanding pollutants is crucial in combating air quality issues.
The air is killing us': why Delhi's pollution problem runs deeper than smog seasonDelhi's severe air pollution poses a catastrophic health risk, with a dramatic decrease in life expectancy for its residents.
Common household products create plumes of indoor air pollutionIndoor air pollution can be more harmful than outdoor pollution, often caused by common household products.
Urgent warning over trendy wood burning stovesWood burning stoves produce more pollution than road traffic, contributing significantly to harmful PM2.5 levels and posing serious health risks.Immediate action is crucial to mitigate woodburning emissions and improve public health.
Video. Second day of extreme pollution in SarajevoSarajevo faces health risks from severe winter pollution due to coal and wood heating.
How Los Angeles wildfire smoke affects mental healthWildfire smoke is more toxic than other air pollution sources and adversely affects cognitive health.
Gas Stoves Pollute the Air Inside Your Home. Here's How to Keep It Clean | KQEDInduction stoves offer efficient, safe cooking options, appealing to families concerned about safety around children and the elderly.
Common household products create plumes of indoor air pollutionIndoor air pollution can be more harmful than outdoor pollution, often caused by common household products.
Urgent warning over trendy wood burning stovesWood burning stoves produce more pollution than road traffic, contributing significantly to harmful PM2.5 levels and posing serious health risks.Immediate action is crucial to mitigate woodburning emissions and improve public health.
Video. Second day of extreme pollution in SarajevoSarajevo faces health risks from severe winter pollution due to coal and wood heating.
How Los Angeles wildfire smoke affects mental healthWildfire smoke is more toxic than other air pollution sources and adversely affects cognitive health.
Gas Stoves Pollute the Air Inside Your Home. Here's How to Keep It Clean | KQEDInduction stoves offer efficient, safe cooking options, appealing to families concerned about safety around children and the elderly.
A million cars have disappeared: What NYC is like after one month of congestion pricingNew York City's congestion pricing has led to reduced traffic and increased use of public transit, showcasing early positive results.
Congestion pricing continues to bring fewer cars into Manhattan, MTA data showsCongestion pricing in NYC is effectively reducing traffic entering Manhattan, leading to safer streets and faster bus travel.
A million cars have disappeared: What NYC is like after one month of congestion pricingNew York City's congestion pricing has led to reduced traffic and increased use of public transit, showcasing early positive results.
Congestion pricing continues to bring fewer cars into Manhattan, MTA data showsCongestion pricing in NYC is effectively reducing traffic entering Manhattan, leading to safer streets and faster bus travel.
Swedish startup to build pilot plant for wood-based material that purifies the airAdsorbi's cellulose-based material effectively targets air pollutants, presenting a sustainable alternative to activated carbon.
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.
Swedish startup to build pilot plant for wood-based material that purifies the airAdsorbi's cellulose-based material effectively targets air pollutants, presenting a sustainable alternative to activated carbon.
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.
Benefits of wood-burning stoves are being overlooked, report saysWood-burning stoves provide overlooked benefits for mental well-being despite concerns about air pollution.
Wonder Live Corridor Public Art / Sata Na ArchitectThe WONDER LIVE CORRIDOR promotes urban ecological balance amidst severe air pollution in Bangkok.
Blackwall and Silvertown tunnel tolls 'could worsen traffic jams elsewhere'The Silvertown Tunnel will open with a toll on April 7, affecting traffic around central London.
Everything to know about the Silvertown Tunnel: Opening date, charges and moreSilvertown Tunnel will open on April 7, 2025, aiming to ease traffic congestion.
Blackwall and Silvertown tunnel tolls 'could worsen traffic jams elsewhere'The Silvertown Tunnel will open with a toll on April 7, affecting traffic around central London.
Everything to know about the Silvertown Tunnel: Opening date, charges and moreSilvertown Tunnel will open on April 7, 2025, aiming to ease traffic congestion.
Dozens picket concrete recycling plant that has been blanketing Brooklyn in dust for a year: 'Always getting sick'Residents of Cobble Hill are protesting a city-run concrete recycling facility due to pollution concerns and a lack of communication from city officials.
Air pollution and brain damage: what the science saysAir pollution significantly impacts brain health, increasing risks for dementia and other mental health conditions.
Living within 330 yards of water may reduce risk of mental declineLiving near water reduces cognitive decline in older adults, offering potential benefits for mental health as they age.
Air pollution and brain damage: what the science saysAir pollution significantly impacts brain health, increasing risks for dementia and other mental health conditions.
Living within 330 yards of water may reduce risk of mental declineLiving near water reduces cognitive decline in older adults, offering potential benefits for mental health as they age.
Warmer homes and healthier people: what's not to like about a low-carbon future?The transition to net zero emissions promises significant health and environmental benefits, including improved air quality and enhanced living conditions.
Bizarre weather phenomenon explains why it snows near factoriesCO2 and other greenhouse gases significantly contribute to global warming, with fossil fuels as the main source.
How a change in rice farming unexpectedly made India's air so much worseDelaying rice sowing to save groundwater has unintentionally worsened air pollution in northern India, particularly affecting New Delhi.
Cycling and Air Pollution: Tips for Staying SafeCycling can both reduce traffic and exposure to air pollution in urban areas; strategies exist to mitigate the health risks associated with cycling.
Bizarre weather phenomenon explains why it snows near factoriesCO2 and other greenhouse gases significantly contribute to global warming, with fossil fuels as the main source.
How a change in rice farming unexpectedly made India's air so much worseDelaying rice sowing to save groundwater has unintentionally worsened air pollution in northern India, particularly affecting New Delhi.
Cycling and Air Pollution: Tips for Staying SafeCycling can both reduce traffic and exposure to air pollution in urban areas; strategies exist to mitigate the health risks associated with cycling.
Scented candles and holiday fragrances may actually harm your home's air qualityHome fragrance products may enhance scent but can degrade indoor air quality and health.
Exposure to air pollution increases infertility risk, US study findsAir pollution exposure negatively impacts fertility for both men and women.
Photos of the Week: Blue Pond, Camel Fair, Embracing PeaceThe article highlights various global events, showcasing cultural diversity and environmental challenges through photography.