| 单词 | air pollution |
| 例句 | I wondered if there was a big fire somewhere, but in the morning Lori told me that the orange glow came from the air pollution refracting the light off the streets and buildings. The Glass Castle 2005-03-01T00:00:00Z Ironically, the real source turned out to be air pollution from cars and factories. A Thousand Sisters 2019-01-22T00:00:00Z Unlike fossil fuels, wind, solar, and hydroelectric systems generate electricity with no associated air pollution emissions. 1919 The Year That Changed America 2019-01-08T00:00:00Z I want to arrest him for air pollution. Finding Junie Kim 2021-05-04T00:00:00Z Jason Zhou lives in a near-future Taipei where air pollution is rampant. Travel to the near future with these sci-fi reads 2017-06-23T04:00:00Z Vehicular carbon dioxide emissions are a major factor in air pollution. America's Dirtiest Vehicles 2010-11-22T23:00:00Z Progress has been made in reducing the threat to health from smoking, unsafe sanitation and water, and household air pollution, although they remain major causes of poor health. Life expectancy rises 10 years across globe, but more suffer in old age 2016-10-06T04:00:00Z People living near a busy road have an increased risk of dementia, according to research that adds to concerns about the impact of air pollution on human health. Living near heavy traffic increases dementia risk, say scientists 2017-01-04T05:00:00Z This is good news for the climate and also the staggering 47% of Americans who live in counties with frequently unhealthy levels of air pollution. A guide to a hopeful 2016: a Guardian list of things to look forward to 2015-12-31T05:00:00Z “Even products labelled organic grown in an area of China where air pollution is high, for example, may contain contaminants that fly under the radar of testing organizations.” Should you swap your morning coffee for some mushroom water? 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z Some weatherization steps can reduce air leakage to the outdoors, which in turn can increase indoor air pollution concentrations if residents don't also improve kitchen ventilation. Is your gas stove bad for your health? 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z Topics: , , , Socialism, , , Workers wear the masks to protect them from air pollution in Shanghai, China, Friday, Dec. 6, 2013. Chinese state media: Smog promotes equality! 2013-12-09T21:30:00Z Here is some perspective on how gas stoves can contribute to indoor air pollution, and whether you should consider shifting away from gas. Is your gas stove bad for your health? 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z The team then looked at air pollution data from Denmark, which was collected on a scale of 1 sq km. Growing up in air-polluted areas linked to mental health issues 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z Adoption of the E-Z Pass system on the New Jersey and Pennsylvania turnpikes in the late 1980s provided a natural experiment and illustrates the connection between air pollution and fetal health. Cutting the EPA budget puts babies at risk – and makes little economic sense 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z To escape Hong Kong’s air pollution, the family moved to Iowa, then Nebraska. Air-Powered Art From a Newly Minted Winner of a ‘Genius Grant’ 2022-10-19T04:00:00Z However, this analysis was based on average air pollution levels over very large areas. Growing up in air-polluted areas linked to mental health issues 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z Poor and minority communities are disproportionately affected by air pollution, and a revived environmental justice movement is rising. The American Citizen’s Guide to Clean Air 2018-11-30T05:00:00Z Tiny particles were already known from laboratory tests to be seriously damaging to human cells and to be a significant component of roadside air pollution. Billions of air pollution particles found in hearts of city dwellers 2019-07-12T04:00:00Z And in November, an eight-year-old girl became what’s believed to be the country’s youngest lung cancer patient; doctors are blaming her condition directly on air pollution. Chinese state media: Smog promotes equality! 2013-12-09T21:30:00Z Gill Stevens, the director of the new centre, is studying lichens on the log pile – a useful indicator of air pollution, she says. The secret life of a suburban garden 2010-05-18T19:59:00Z People who spend their childhood in areas with high levels of air pollution may be more likely to later develop mental disorders, research suggests. Growing up in air-polluted areas linked to mental health issues 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z This was then analysed alongside the average level of air pollution in each county. Growing up in air-polluted areas linked to mental health issues 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z The two of them join forces — Holly helps, too — in a convoluted caper that involves mistaken identity, air pollution, political corruption and a handful of grisly murders. Review: ‘The Nice Guys’ Pairs Gosling and Crowe as Slapstick Detectives 2016-05-19T04:00:00Z These include failures in tackling illegal levels of air pollution in some cities, in increasing annual flood defence spending from 2010 levels and in protecting our seas. Coalition promises: separating substance from spin 2013-01-09T22:33:56Z Noise pollution is, warns the World Health Organization, a growing hazard, second only to air pollution in its ill effects. Noise is annoying – but can it also make you infertile? 2017-07-03T04:00:00Z The partnership declares that “both air pollution and climate change are environmental justice issues because the poor and vulnerable are the least able to protect themselves from their effects.” Climate change can be stopped 2012-12-09T17:00:00Z “This essentially harmless statement is severely castigated by the editor in chief, because it might be read as a criticism of air pollution from lignite stoves,” Mr. Leo writes. Books of The Times: ‘Red Love,’ a Memoir of East Germany 2014-04-13T21:01:38Z There is, he says, “fog everywhere” — and not the soft, dove-gray cloudiness we might imagine: This was 19th-century air pollution: thick, malodorous, yellow or black and almost smothering. “London Fog,” a study of the great city’s legendary atmosphere 2015-11-16T05:00:00Z A comprehensive global review found that air pollution may be damaging every organ and virtually every cell in the human body. Billions of air pollution particles found in hearts of city dwellers 2019-07-12T04:00:00Z “The real implications are not for individual choice, but at the societal and policy level,” he said, adding that air pollution should be factored into urban planning and building design to reduce exposure. Living near heavy traffic increases dementia risk, say scientists 2017-01-04T05:00:00Z As large parts of northern China suffer under thick air pollution, Chinese people are taking to the internet with gallows humor to cope with the thick blanket of smog. Chinese turn to gallows humor and superheroes as they hunker down in smog 2016-12-19T05:00:00Z A U.N. report in June said that Bosnia’s residents are exposed to some of the highest concentrations of air pollution in Europe. Swedish princess urges Bosnia’s leaders to address pollution 2019-11-06T05:00:00Z Interestingly, the drop in other types of air pollution during the pandemic muddied the climate picture. For Planet Earth, No Tourism Is a Curse and a Blessing 2021-03-07T05:00:00Z His attention is on non-communicable diseases more broadly now – that includes air pollution and road traffic accidents as well as cigarettes, alcohol and bad food. Billionaire Bloomberg to fund $5m public health projects in 40 cities worldwide 2017-05-16T04:00:00Z Being more mindful about waste is one way to help communities of color, who are often the most endangered by overflowing landfills and the air pollution and hazardous chemical runoff they create. How to Do Thanksgiving With Less Waste 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z In an effort to reduce their air pollution, some commercial ships have installed scrubbers, which use water to “scrub” the exhaust coming out of the smokestacks. Cruise ships have returned to Seattle — is that a good thing? Here’s a primer on the issues facing the cruise industry 2021-07-17T04:00:00Z “Look: The planet healed while this pandemic was happening,” Lehotska said; lockdowns reduced everything from air pollution to roadkill. Our pandemic eyebrows are driving us crazy. Can we learn to love them? 2021-02-06T05:00:00Z But even indoors, many people will still be exposed to dangerous levels of air pollution — much of it resulting from cooking. Cooking pollutes your home and increases your health risks — but better ventilation will help 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z Keeping your family’s cars off the road means less air pollution — and not just for your neighborhood. Good day to play outside? Learn about air pollution to find out. 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z Many in the country are feeling the effects of climate change this summer, with rising food prices, torrential floods, drought, wildfires and the resulting air pollution all making headlines. It’s been a big year for the labor movement. What about farmworkers? 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Consequences of a poor diet now account for 10% of all ill-health worldwide and levels of alcohol consumption and air pollution have hardly changed. Life expectancy rises 10 years across globe, but more suffer in old age 2016-10-06T04:00:00Z It’s a small gadget that measures the air pollution around you. The American Citizen’s Guide to Clean Air 2018-11-30T05:00:00Z A recent study suggested that magnetic nano-particles from air pollution can make their way into brain tissue. Living near heavy traffic increases dementia risk, say scientists 2017-01-04T05:00:00Z She cited the worsening air pollution in South Korea as a motivation for her interest in environmental issues. A Centuries-Old Korean Style Gets an Update 2020-10-19T04:00:00Z I spend my time obsessing about air pollution and knife crime. I thought I had hit the age of peak happiness. How wrong I was 2020-01-19T05:00:00Z "With proper regulation and enforcement, gas provides a very substantial health benefit in reducing air pollution," compared with coal-fired power plants, said Daniel Schrag, director of Harvard University's Center for the Environment. Celebrity 'fractivists': True advocates or NIMBYs? 2013-03-05T18:07:09Z Unfortunately, air pollution now adds way more acidic nitrates to precipitation than before, leading to algae blooms, damage to animals and plants, and other woes. For the gardener, weather woes have a silver lining 2017-04-03T04:00:00Z His commander assured him that while the air pollution was annoying, it was not harmful. War’s toxic legacy: Iraq, the burn pits & the tragedy the military needs to be held accountable for 2016-02-21T05:00:00Z Levels of 14 pollutants were considered – compared with the 87 considered in the US part of the study – and used to provide a measure of overall air pollution exposure over those years. Growing up in air-polluted areas linked to mental health issues 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z Using data collected by the Environmental Protection Agency between 2010 and 2012, the ALA ranked U.S. cities for three different types of air pollution: ozone levels, year-round particle pollution and short-term particle pollution. The U.S. cities where it’s most dangerous to breathe 2014-04-30T17:28:00Z Doctors say that a routine of antioxidants, cleansing and barrier repair is the best defense against air pollution. What’s All the Fuss About Pollution-Fighting Skin Care? 2016-06-29T04:00:00Z Karlo Marko Altomonte, who initiated the petition, wrote Sting's foundation saying that removing the trees would significantly increase air pollution and the risk of landslides and flooding in an area near schools. Sting moves venue of Philippine concert 2012-10-20T10:16:04Z This year and last, it’s banned half of all drivers from the road during spikes in air pollution. Paris’ bold plan for solving its air pollution woes: Start a biking revolution 2015-04-07T04:00:00Z Mowing also creates noise and air pollution — all the gas-powered lawn mowers together make up 5% of total air pollution in the U.S., according to the EPA. We're rethinking our lawn design (and you should, too) 2022-05-28T04:00:00Z By parking the car up and walking instead, you help to reduce air pollution. Put your best foot forward: why walking is good for you 2014-06-05T04:00:00Z Some farmers see gas leases as a solution to their financial struggles, while others oppose gas drilling for fear of accidents causing water and air pollution. Upstate NY to host annual Farm Aid benefit concert 2013-06-14T04:09:08Z One study of mice linked air pollution with internal inflammation, which decreased metabolism and led to weight gain. Air pollutants and population density increase childhood obesity risk – study 2020-06-24T04:00:00Z “The air pollution was awful. My nose would be running black from the coal in the air.” A Man on an Eco-Mission in Mixed Media 2017-08-29T04:00:00Z A tentative link was also seen for depression and air pollution. Growing up in air-polluted areas linked to mental health issues 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z The overlooked problem of indoor air pollution Topics: Air pollution, Cooking, California, Research, , Pollutants released from cooking are similar to those found in outdoor smog, NPR reports. The overlooked problem of indoor air pollution 2013-09-05T14:21:00Z Climate change, species extinction, deforestation, ocean acidification, air pollution, spread of disease, destructive farming practices, pesticide overuse, resource depletion—the intensity of all these crises is directly tied to human overpopulation. The 3 most environmentally damaging habits you might be able to change 2016-04-15T04:00:00Z These industries also experienced some of the largest drops in air pollution in the United States. When some US firms move production overseas, they also offshore their pollution 2017-05-19T04:00:00Z The scientists said the abundance of the nanoparticles might represent a serious public health concern and that particle air pollution must be reduced urgently. Billions of air pollution particles found in hearts of city dwellers 2019-07-12T04:00:00Z It is a longstanding concern that occupants need to be better informed about the risks of indoor air pollution. Cooking pollutes your home and increases your health risks — but better ventilation will help 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z “Although you seem to be free, there’s something hanging over you, like air pollution.” In ?Spring Fever,? Lou Ye Confronts China?s Repression 2010-07-30T17:49:00Z Upkeep of the sculpture -- particularly shielding it from the harm that could result from air pollution -- is the biggest challenge. Light sculpture by Michael Hayden to shine again in downtown L.A. 2015-01-20T05:00:00Z Chinese artist Liu Bolin, known as "the invisible man" for using painted-on camouflage to blend into the backdrops of his photographs, says his latest project aims to put the spotlight on China's air pollution problem. Artist Liu Bolin live streams Beijing smog to raise awareness 2016-12-19T05:00:00Z Although the Provos had concrete goals — combating air pollution, providing free sex education and child care — the protests were often, well, provocative. Amalia Pica's protest art screams its message with whispers of white 2016-12-08T05:00:00Z This allowed us to account for these other factors and better isolate the effects of air pollution exposure. Air pollution exposure may increase risk of dementia 2017-03-01T05:00:00Z Last year, Stanford scientists published a paper predicting that global warming will increase air pollution levels in cities around the world. Climate change is making Mexico City unbreathable 2015-06-06T04:00:00Z Now, of course, as the lockdown lifted, air pollution and carbon emissions bounced right back up again. An evangelical scientist on reconciling her religion and the realities of climate change 2021-02-26T05:00:00Z Almost half of all Americans — 148 million of us — live in areas with unhealthy levels of air pollution, the American Lung Association Wednesday. The U.S. cities where it’s most dangerous to breathe 2014-04-30T17:28:00Z In these narratives, we are guided by two avatars — a wolf and a transgender woman — who seem to speak from a future world marked by forest fires and air pollution. ‘Between Bodies’ at Henry Art Gallery asks us to consider the natural world through different lenses 2019-01-01T05:00:00Z Studies have already shown that air pollution increases wrinkles and age spots. Wildfire Smoke Is Hurting Your Skin 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Walker says beyond these steps, we need a fundamental shift in how we regard noise so that society sees it on the same plane as the environmental imperatives of recycling and reducing air pollution. We know you love your leaf blower, but it’s ruining the neighborhood 2016-10-31T04:00:00Z Other cities throughout the world are dealing with air pollution, too, in some places worse than China’s. China’s hot new commodity: Bags of “fresh mountain air” 2014-04-01T21:26:00Z That would seem to require suspension of disbelief given reports of and questions about formaldehyde in laminated flooring, hydrogen sulfide-laced drywall, tainted baby formula and air pollution in China. 'The Human Experiment' misses a few crucial steps 2015-04-16T04:00:00Z It was only when Crimean War veterans set the fashion that experts began recommending beards to ward off frostbite, sunburn and air pollution, not to mention mumps and toothache. A Corporeal History of the 19th Century 2018-03-16T04:00:00Z Originally, the masks were meant to protect pups from air pollution. Chinese dog owners are buying coronavirus masks for their pooches 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z The threat I’m talking about is something we can’t see: indoor air pollution. Your furnishings could be causing indoor air pollution 2017-12-18T05:00:00Z “It is an important step forward and consistent with this proposed path to 100 percent clean, renewable energy worldwide for all purposes to solve energy security, job creation, air pollution and climate problems.” World’s first green-energy boat prepares for a six-year voyage around the world 2017-01-11T05:00:00Z “Yup, there is air pollution in China,” the College Daily riposte to Yang’s speech said. The “Post-Truth” Publication Where Chinese Students in America Get Their News 2019-08-19T04:00:00Z A study done this year on data from subjects in Germany and China appeared to link increased air pollution to brown spots on the skin. What’s All the Fuss About Pollution-Fighting Skin Care? 2016-06-29T04:00:00Z And most of the ships being built for the line will be powered entirely by natural gas and generate electricity through fuel cells, which produce minimal air pollution. Where Sustainable Travel Is Headed in 2017 2017-01-06T05:00:00Z According to a very well-conducted study, Global Burden of Disease, a component of air pollution known as particulate matter pollution is among the top five risk factors for increased risk of death. Heart health: the science behind keeping heart disease at bay 2018-09-08T04:00:00Z From here, the theme shifts to air pollution, which endangers spiders and humans alike, especially the infinitesimal, breathable grains of carbon called particulate matter. Tomás Saraceno: Following the Airborne Lives of Spiders 2022-02-20T05:00:00Z Expectant mothers will face greater exposure to air pollution, which causes more preterm births, infant illnesses and deaths. Cutting the EPA budget puts babies at risk – and makes little economic sense 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z A sweeping new study of environmental injustice identifies the vastly disproportionate degree to which minorities in the U.S. are exposed to air pollution. America’s deadly racial gap: Minorities are exposed to nearly 40 percent more air pollution than whites 2014-04-17T17:08:00Z An increasing number of hotels around the world are now providing guests the option to book rooms with filtration and purification systems that minimize threats of air pollution and offer cleaner air. Need a Breath of Fresh Air? Hotels to the Rescue 2019-02-12T05:00:00Z With cotton swabs, saliva and a rubber sponge, they removed dirt left by air pollution and possibly cigarette smoke. Antiques: ?Home Theaters? for the Victorian Age 2010-12-16T22:35:56Z This study, the first to combine human epidemiologic investigation with animal experiments, adds to a growing body of research from around the world that links air pollution to dementia. Air pollution exposure may increase risk of dementia 2017-03-01T05:00:00Z The scientists — whose work includes creating earthquake warning systems, protecting wildlife and reducing air pollution — picketed outside of the California Environmental Protection Agency building in downtown Sacramento. California scientists seek higher pay in three-day strike drawing thousands of picketers 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z Many climate impacts, such as wildfire smoke and inland flooding, have the largest effect on those least able to avoid air pollution or afford alternative housing. News at a glance: SETI’s big bucks, Australia’s research integrity, and Mars sample return’s slowdown 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z From invisible wafts of diesel exhaust to sun-choking plumes of orange smoke, air pollution is known to damage respiratory well-being. Exposure to air pollution in utero may affect reproductive system development 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z The council said all the money earned by the LEZ would only be spent to reduce air pollution or meet the council's climate change targets. Glasgow City Council makes almost £500,000 from LEZ 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z "There's a paradox: We're having a hard time reconciling the convenience and the benefit of getting speedy, efficient delivery with its consequences, like poor labor conditions in warehouses, air pollution and congested streets," Stathopoulos said. Are consumers ready for robots to show up at their doorstep? 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z This isn't the first time that cloud seeding has been suggested as a possible solution for air pollution in Delhi. Delhi AQI: Can artificial rain fix toxic air in India's capital? 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z For example, the indoor air pollution caused by cooking with 'dirty' fuels, such as kerosene, is responsible for more than three million deaths annually, according to the World Health Organization. Solar-powered device produces clean water and clean fuel at the same time 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z By comparing these two measures, the researchers identified a link between exposure to air pollution during key developmental windows and anogenital distance. Exposure to air pollution in utero may affect reproductive system development 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z So far, however, no similar air pollution has occurred. Iceland quakes weaker but river of magma still active 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z The worsening air pollution is an annual problem for South Asian nations as winter approaches and cold, heavy air traps pollution in a thick layer of smog. Explainer: Why is South Asia the global hotspot of pollution? 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z "We need to make more concerted efforts to curb air pollution than scattered trial-and-error experiments." Delhi AQI: Can artificial rain fix toxic air in India's capital? 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z The WHO estimates that air pollution kills 4.2 million people around the world every year. Construction ban to fight pollution compounds misery for Delhi labourers 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z In a study of air pollution data in relation to markers of reproductive development in infancy, Rutgers researchers found certain pollutants may negatively alter anogenital distance, a measure of prenatal exposure to hormones. Exposure to air pollution in utero may affect reproductive system development 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z LUCKNOW, India — Millions of Indians celebrated Diwali on Sunday with a new Guinness World Record number of bright earthen oil lamps as concerns about air pollution soared in the South Asian country. Millions of Indians set a new world record celebrating Diwali as worries about air pollution rise 2023-11-12T05:00:00Z South Asia has become the global hotspot for air pollution, with studies finding four of the world's most polluted countries and nine of the 10 most polluted cities in the region. Explainer: Why is South Asia the global hotspot of pollution? 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z However, the celebrations also spark concerns about air pollution, including in the national capital Delhi, as many people burst firecrackers despite state governments imposing curbs or banning the practice. Diwali: Indians celebrate the sparkling festival of lights 2023-11-11T05:00:00Z A recent study found that the livestock industry's air pollution is responsible for more than 12,700 deaths per year — more deaths than are attributed to coal-fired power plants. A harvest of upheaval: Mike Johnson faces first climate test with farm bill 2023-11-11T05:00:00Z According to the Air Quality Life Index produced by the University of Chicago, air pollution shortens people's lives by almost seven years in Pakistan's most polluted regions, including Lahore. Toxic smog chokes Pakistan and shuts cities 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z Friday's rain comes two days before the Diwali festival, when many people defy a ban on firecrackers, causing a spike in air pollution. Indian capital gets a breather as rain brings respite from smog 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z There's been criticism that fireworks can frighten animals and increase air pollution. Diwali 2023: What you need to know about the festival of light 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z Delhi has seen an alarming rise in air pollution levels for the past week, and on most mornings and evenings the city has been enveloped by a thick layer of smog. Diwali: Indians celebrate the sparkling festival of lights 2023-11-11T05:00:00Z But it wasn’t until a surprise EPA inspection in May that federal regulators made demands that the company comply with air pollution laws. Minnesota agency had data on iron foundry’s pollution violations but failed to act, report says 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z Some experts believe the burning of crop residue to prepare for the winter planting season is a key cause of the air pollution. Toxic smog chokes Pakistan and shuts cities 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z Reeling under hazardous air quality levels, India's capital New Delhi shut down all schools for an extended period on Wednesday, the latest in a series of measures to protect residents from growing air pollution. Swiss to decide by end of year on negotiating position with EU 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z Reeling under hazardous air quality levels, India's capital New Delhi shut down all schools for an extended period on Wednesday, the latest in a series of measures to protect residents from growing air pollution. EU countries to debate of 12th package of Russia sanctions next week - officials 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z Reeling under hazardous air quality levels, India's capital New Delhi shut down all schools for an extended period on Wednesday, the latest in a series of measures to protect residents from growing air pollution. Thousands of civilians flee north Gaza as Israeli troops and Hamas fighters clash 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z Primary schools in the city had already been shut, as part of measures to protect young children against smog and growing air pollution. Reeling under toxic air, India's capital shuts schools 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z A new report in Nature Geoscience has brought to light the challenge of air pollution levels in Africa and why international action is needed to combat it. Africa's dangerous air pollution levels are a global problem, says new research 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z In October, India created a special group to focus on air pollution issues. Dangerous New Delhi Air Pollution Shuts Schools 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Authorities are struggling to rein in severe air pollution levels, an annual and chronic health crisis that disrupts the lives of over 20 million in the city every year. Masks are back, construction banned and schools shut as toxic air engulfs New Delhi 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Vanraj is among thousands of schoolchildren in Delhi whose schedules have abruptly changed due to air pollution rising to alarming levels. Delhi pollution: No school, no play for city's children 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z A gradual global decline in air pollution, driven by tightening environmental regulations, is part of the reasoning. Earth Reacts to Greenhouse Gases More Strongly Than We Thought 2023-11-03T04:00:00Z However, far too little has been done to try and combat the dangerous air quality with just 0.01% of global air pollution funding currently spent in Africa. Africa's dangerous air pollution levels are a global problem, says new research 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z The group brings together people from 28 government departments, and the idea is to focus on solving air pollution problems as they happen. Dangerous New Delhi Air Pollution Shuts Schools 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z The severe air pollution crisis affects every resident in the city, but the millions who work outdoors are even more vulnerable. Masks are back, construction banned and schools shut as toxic air engulfs New Delhi 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z For them, air pollution is a recurring hindrance that stops them from playing, meeting friends and having fun. Delhi pollution: No school, no play for city's children 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z Some types of air pollution are known to have a cooling effect on the climate, which may mask some of the impact of greenhouse gas emissions. Earth Reacts to Greenhouse Gases More Strongly Than We Thought 2023-11-03T04:00:00Z Multiple efforts have been made over the years to tackle air pollution, such as the signing of C40 Clean Air Declaration by ten major African cities. Africa's dangerous air pollution levels are a global problem, says new research 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z As winter comes to the northern part of India, the air pollution in the capital city of New Delhi is reaching levels that are too dangerous to breathe. Dangerous New Delhi Air Pollution Shuts Schools 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Authorities deployed water sprinklers and anti-smog guns to control the haze and many people used masks to escape the air pollution. New Delhi shuts schools and limits construction work to reduce severe air pollution 2023-11-03T04:00:00Z This isn't the first time that air pollution has disrupted learning in Delhi - it has been happening every winter over the past four-five years. Delhi pollution: No school, no play for city's children 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z Authorities in the Indian capital, Delhi, have shut all primary schools for two days amid worsening levels of air pollution. Delhi air pollution: Schools shut as air quality turns severe 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z The researchers argue that regional and international efforts must be coordinated to achieve real change and leverage existing knowledge on controlling and cutting air pollution. Africa's dangerous air pollution levels are a global problem, says new research 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z The air pollution, or “smog”, holds dangerous chemicals, as well as billions of tiny bits of dust and pollution. Dangerous New Delhi Air Pollution Shuts Schools 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z That type of more traditional sooty air pollution has a cooling effect that masks a fraction of the warming from the burning of coal, oil and natural gas, Hansen and many other scientists said. Pioneering scientist says global warming is accelerating. Some experts call his claims overheated 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z "But to me, his health matters more. Since the government isn't doing anything to combat air pollution, we have to take these extreme measures to protect our loved ones," she says. Delhi pollution: No school, no play for city's children 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z The city's air pollution peaks from 1-15 November when the number of stubble burning incidents in the neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana increase, studies by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee showed. Delhi air pollution: Schools shut as air quality turns severe 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z Is the UK doing enough to monitor air pollution? London air quality improved by Ulez and Lez - report 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z Experts quoted by state media say the recent "rare" summer-like weather was due to weaker-than-usual cold air currents, which had also led to persistent hazy weather with heavy air pollution shrouding the city. Winter coming a week late in Beijing as northern China basks in warm weather 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z "If you implement technologies to reduce air pollution, this will accelerate – very significantly – global warming in the short term." Climate's 'Catch-22': Cutting pollution heats up the planet 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z Moderate to heavy air pollution was expected in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei area and surrounding cities until Thursday, with short bouts of severe conditions, the environment ministry said after a meeting of its agencies. Haze lingers in Beijing as fog blankets parts of north China 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z Federal officials said they had found evidence of discrimination and were pressuring the state to strengthen oversight of air pollution from industrial plants. Louisiana was open to Cancer Alley concessions. Then EPA dropped its investigation 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z But a new report documents how, in aggregate, lawn care is a major source of U.S. air pollution. Lawn equipment spews ‘shocking’ amount of air pollution, new data shows 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z Beijing said it would implement traffic control measures if the capital activates its highest air pollution warning. China's smog-covered north on highest pollution alert as visibility drops 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z FAHA, who has co-authored several Association scientific statements on air pollution and was not involved in this study. Heat-related cardiovascular deaths in the U.S. may more than double within decades 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z Hitting that threshold will happen sooner than initially calculated because the world has made progress in cleaning up a different type of air pollution — tiny smoky particles called aerosols. In early 2029, Earth will likely lock into breaching key warming threshold, scientists calculate 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z As part of the investigation, the EPA wanted to strike a deal with the state that would overhaul the review of industrial air pollution from factories there. Louisiana was open to Cancer Alley concessions. Then EPA dropped its investigation 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z “This stuff is really disproportionately causing a lot of air pollution, health problems and disproportionately contributing to climate change.” Lawn equipment spews ‘shocking’ amount of air pollution, new data shows 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z They contribute heavily to air pollution but have an unexpected benefit for the climate because they help cool the atmosphere by reflecting sunlight back into space. Carbon emissions threaten 1.5C climate threshold sooner than thought - report 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z “I was having to engage on air pollution issues,” he said. Column: From the state Assembly to the California Air Resources Board, Hector De La Torre makes his mark 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z The leaded fuel contributes about 70% of U.S. air pollution containing lead, a notorious neurotoxin. News at a glance: Big neutrino detectors, pesky Excel formatting, and a crackdown on lead 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z Newsom is expected to meet with top officials on the topics of clean energy, air pollution and the transition to electric vehicles, among other topics. After Israel visit, Newsom heads to China for climate talks. But can he avoid global conflicts? 2023-10-23T04:00:00Z California has shared its expertise on air pollution regulations, carbon pricing programs and conservation, Sanchez said. California Gov. Gavin Newsom is traveling to China to talk climate change 2023-10-22T04:00:00Z Threats to the habitats include deforestation, climate change, air pollution and ash dieback. Rescue mission for UK rainforests’ weird treasures 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z It tracks where air pollution is heaviest in Southern California, and the map featured swaths of deep purple surrounding the 710 Freeway, which passes through southeast L.A. Column: From the state Assembly to the California Air Resources Board, Hector De La Torre makes his mark 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z As they remain unplugged, the wells put low-income, mostly Latino communities at risk of air pollution, and any greenhouse gases the wells emit contribute to the climate crisis. California lets companies keep "dangerous" oil wells unplugged forever 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z “We are investing hundreds of millions of dollars to jumpstart clean energy projects, clean up air pollution in overburdened communities and help residents access affordable clean transportation and energy,” Inslee wrote in March. Expansion of Pacific Northwest natural gas pipeline gets go-ahead 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z However, the study also finds that the positive impact of greenspace isn't enough to compensate for other environmental challenges, such as air pollution. Greener neighborhoods can protect us -- at the cellular level 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z While Kroll and his team usually work on issues of outdoor air pollution, during the pandemic they became increasingly interested in indoor air quality. Germicidal UV lights could be producing indoor air pollutants, study finds 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z This was where the carcinogenic effects of air pollution were worst, fueled primarily by diesel emissions, which are 8% of Southern California’s overall emissions but contribute more than 70% of cancer-causing particulates. Column: From the state Assembly to the California Air Resources Board, Hector De La Torre makes his mark 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z As they remain unplugged, the wells put low-income, mostly Latino communities at risk of air pollution, and any greenhouse gases the wells emit contribute to the climate crisis. California lets companies keep "dangerous" oil wells unplugged forever 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z The musician and film-maker told the BBC he wanted to tackle the issue of "air pollution and trying to build social housing". Mid Bedfordshire by-election: Candidates give their views 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z Fast forward to 2020, and she became the first person in the UK to have air pollution listed as a contributing cause of their death. Is the UK doing enough to monitor air pollution? 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z Fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing are major sources of air pollution, with recent studies showing the carbon footprint of the pharmaceutical industry to be heavier than the automotive industry. Novel catalyst for green production of fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals 2023-10-13T04:00:00Z Hydrogen-fueled trucks would eliminate not just carbon emissions, but also other air pollution, improving air quality, particularly for marginalized communities living near trucking centers. U.S. hands out $7 billion for hydrogen hubs 2023-10-13T04:00:00Z The project is intended to provide a blueprint for decarbonizing public transportation, heavy duty trucking and port operations - key emissions drivers in the state and major sources of air pollution. Biden awards $7 billion for clean hydrogen hubs across the country to help replace fossil fuels 2023-10-13T04:00:00Z Using this resource effectively to produce energy, as well as minimize greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution is key to a sustainable future for California. The good and bad uses of biomass for California 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z So what has changed since then, and how has air pollution monitoring technology improved? Is the UK doing enough to monitor air pollution? 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z California has long led by example on environmental matters, and the world’s leading polluters, including China, have looked to the Golden State for ideas on reducing air pollution and increasing clean energy production. Opinion: What Gov. Gavin Newsom could learn from China's response to climate change 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z One theory - which is still uncertain - is that a fall in air pollution from shipping across the North Atlantic has reduced the number of small particles and increased warming. World breaches key 1.5C warming mark for record number of days 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z Although isoprene isn't inherently bad -- it actually helps plants better tolerate insect pests and high temperatures -- it can worsen air pollution by reacting with nitrogen oxides from automobiles and coal-fired power plants. Plants could worsen air pollution on a warming planet 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z He said Malaysia was still "seriously" considering a law similar to Singapore that holds companies liable for air pollution. 'Haze cannot be the norm': Malaysia urges Indonesia to take action 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z To explain what he means by this, he says that air pollution has an economic as well as a social cost. Is the UK doing enough to monitor air pollution? 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z Each of those areas, 16 in all, qualify as overburdened, meaning they experience greater risk from the air pollution than most other communities. New WA air-quality monitors draw critique from environmental justice advocates 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z It’s seemingly naturally resistant to insects, fungi, and high levels of air pollution, and has roots that can thrive under concrete. Ginkgo trees nearly went extinct. Here’s how we saved these ‘living fossils.’ 2023-10-04T04:00:00Z It gained a little notoriety in the 1980s, when then-president Ronald Reagan falsely claimed trees were producing more air pollution than automobiles. Plants could worsen air pollution on a warming planet 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z The environmental group Greenpeace, meanwhile, called on countries in the region to introduce legislation to stop plantation companies causing air pollution. Malaysia prepares to make rain, close schools as haze worsens 2023-10-03T04:00:00Z But the quality of air pollution monitoring differs significantly across the country, she argues, and needs to be "more widespread, consistent and balanced". Is the UK doing enough to monitor air pollution? 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z State officials say the new monitors are an important step in learning where air pollution, specifically particulate matter from sources like wildfires and wood-burning stoves, hits the worst and directing their resources accordingly. New WA air-quality monitors draw critique from environmental justice advocates 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z There are many other environmental impacts of air pollution. Dense measurement network links air pollution and common agricultural practice 2023-10-02T04:00:00Z Isoprene interacts with nitrogen oxide compounds found in air pollution produced by coal-fired power plants and internal combustion engines in vehicles. Plants could worsen air pollution on a warming planet 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z Most Parkinson's cases result from an interaction between multiple genetic risk factors and lifelong exposure to environmental factors such as pesticides, solvents and air pollution. Parkinson's: Are our neurons more vulnerable at night? 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z "The Mayor has made tackling air pollution a top priority, and is doing all he can to improve London's air quality and resilience to climate change," says a spokesperson for his office. Is the UK doing enough to monitor air pollution? 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z It’s likely that more communities than the 16 highlighted by the state are overburdened by air pollution, Min said. New WA air-quality monitors draw critique from environmental justice advocates 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z "Previous research has established a connection between long-term exposure to air pollution and an increased risk of stroke," said study author Ahmad Toubasi, MD, of the University of Jordan in Amman. Exposure to air pollution linked to increased risk of stroke within 5 days 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z Wealthy nations have shown that reducing air pollution saves lives, and some poorer countries are proving that clean energy can fuel economic development. For Health Equity, Location Matters 2023-10-01T04:00:00Z Today, “we know a tremendous amount about the effects of air pollution, both short-term and long-term effects on people,” Avol told me in 2019. The sordid tale of L.A.'s forever war on smog 2023-10-01T04:00:00Z The increased air-tightness of newer “better sealed” houses can exacerbate indoor air pollution, too, he says, unless fresh air exchangers are included in the design. Scented candles may be cozy—but are they polluting your home’s air? 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Woodward said state officials believe it’s “unlikely” they missed areas with both vulnerable residents and high levels of air pollution. New WA air-quality monitors draw critique from environmental justice advocates 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z People who had exposure to a higher concentration of various types of air pollution had an increased risk of stroke. Exposure to air pollution linked to increased risk of stroke within 5 days 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z Metro already operates 40 battery buses, mostly out of South Base in Tukwila to reduce air pollution that accumulates in the Duwamish and Green River valleys, also home to lower-income communities. Metro’s battery-powered buses come in a new, shocking palette 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Later on in life it turns out that air pollution has a role to play in terms of thinking about Alzheimer’s and dementia and the rate of neurological decline.” The sordid tale of L.A.'s forever war on smog 2023-10-01T04:00:00Z If you’re still worried about contributing to the indoor air pollution in your home, you can also just forgo the burning of scented things entirely, suggests Becker. Scented candles may be cozy—but are they polluting your home’s air? 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Poland has planned for decades to build a nuclear power plant to replace its aging coal-fired plants in a country with some of the worst air pollution in Europe. Plans for Poland’s first nuclear power plant move ahead as US and Polish officials an sign agreement 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Higher levels of air pollution were also linked to higher risk of death from stroke. Exposure to air pollution linked to increased risk of stroke within 5 days 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z The Justice Department said some of the products cause vehicles to emit "massive amounts of air pollution", while others pose an imminent, or potentially lethal, danger to people. U.S. sues eBay over sale of harmful products 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Also, potted plants can potentially reduce air pollution in homes and offices, according to research from the University of Birmingham in England. This quirky sibling-run shop is bursting with low-maintenance plants 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z Some of the children have health conditions such as asthma that makes them more vulnerable to heat and air pollution. Six young activists devote years to climate fight with 32 governments. Now comes their day in court 2023-09-23T04:00:00Z Because air pollution changes across seasons, the researchers looked at air quality data in February and August. Chicago's West Side is air pollution hotspot 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z "There is a strong and significant association between air pollution and the occurrence of stroke as well as death from stroke within five days of exposure," Toubasi said. Exposure to air pollution linked to increased risk of stroke within 5 days 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z The study highlights the severity and scale of the landscape fire-sourced air pollution, its increased impact on the world's population and associated rise in public health risk. Alarming results from world first study of two decades of global smoke pollution 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z "Renters face longer in lower quality homes, the public faces toxic air pollution for longer," he said. Net zero: Will Rishi Sunak's changes to climate policies save money? 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z The WHO links this air pollution to 6.7 million premature deaths every year, 89 percent of which occur in low- and middle-income countries. People Who Are Changing the Environment One Community at a Time 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Coal and petroleum products remain among the primary sources of air pollution around the world. Fixing Air Pollution Could Dramatically Improve Health Disparities 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z "This highlights the importance of global efforts to create policies that reduce air pollution. Doing so may reduce the number of strokes and their consequences." Exposure to air pollution linked to increased risk of stroke within 5 days 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z Exposure to fire-sourced air pollution has many adverse health impacts, including increased mortality and morbidity and a global worsening of cardiorespiratory conditions and mental health. Alarming results from world first study of two decades of global smoke pollution 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z Coal-burning energy plants are a major source of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Pros & Cons Of Coal Energy 2018-02-13T05:00:00Z After conferring with scientists from around the world, he realized Africa had a huge gap when it came to air pollution data. People Who Are Changing the Environment One Community at a Time 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z “Many of those very local hotspots of air pollution are inequitably distributed, in the U.S. especially, on the basis of race and socioeconomic status,” Brauer says. Fixing Air Pollution Could Dramatically Improve Health Disparities 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z As the group puts it, “trees slow and clean stormwater, filter air pollution, cool us on hot summer days, improve our well-being and support our mental health.” Try 6 fall foliage walks around Seattle 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z "The exposure to air pollution caused by landscape fire smoke travelling hundreds and sometimes even thousands of kilometres can affect much larger populations, and cause much larger public health risks," he said. Alarming results from world first study of two decades of global smoke pollution 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z The mayor's office said the expansion was needed to tackle air pollution, congestion and the climate emergency. Ulez: What is it and why is its expansion controversial? 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z But around this time of year in India, many places, including the capital, Delhi, struggle with severe air pollution. India Lights Up for Diwali 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z As part of its efforts to address this threat, in 2015 the Indian government issued a report that declared air pollution a national health concern. Fixing Air Pollution Could Dramatically Improve Health Disparities 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z When nuclear power works well, it creates far less air pollution than coal or oil. Germany Shuts Down Nuclear Power Plants 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z "Mapping and tracking the population exposure to landscape fire-sourced air pollution are essential for monitoring and managing its health impacts, implementing targeted prevention and interventions, and strengthening arguments for mitigation of climate change." Alarming results from world first study of two decades of global smoke pollution 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z The EPA says the new rules will also reduce other kinds of harmful air pollution. US EPA Aims to Limit Power Plant Pollution 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z As Diwali started, the air pollution in Delhi began to rise rapidly. India Lights Up for Diwali 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z The effort empowered local governments to begin acting on their own air pollution—perhaps most important by making funds available to implement solutions. Fixing Air Pollution Could Dramatically Improve Health Disparities 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z "The same things that cause climate change, cause air pollution," he explained. Ulez is two-for-one offer for London, Sadiq Khan says 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Our Innovations In package of stories on environmental health equity explores opportunities for improving lives around the world with new efforts to fight air pollution, snakebites, heat islands, and more. Introducing Scientific American' s Redesign, Newsletter and Podcasts 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Reducing carbon and other air pollution “will save lives,” he said. Leaders see hope in tackling deadly climate change and public health problems together 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z By late Monday night, Delhi had the worst air pollution on the planet. India Lights Up for Diwali 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z They estimated that, for the year 2007, about 22 percent of the 3.45 million deaths attributable to air pollution were a result of this reassigned burden of pollution. Fixing Air Pollution Could Dramatically Improve Health Disparities 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z "The problem with the mayor's plan is that it does nothing for climate change, and is actually very poor on air pollution, but is costing people a fortune," he said. Ulez is two-for-one offer for London, Sadiq Khan says 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Two boundaries — air pollution and ocean acidification — are close to being breached, while only one, atmospheric ozone, has slightly recovered. Earth just had its warmest August — and summer — on record, spurring dire warnings 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z He said 7 million people a year around the world die from air pollution, which is not technically the same as the carbon dioxide and methane that cause warming but often comes from similar sources. Leaders see hope in tackling deadly climate change and public health problems together 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z By late Monday night, Delhi had the worst air pollution on the planet. India Lights Up for Diwali 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z Another tip, if you want to exercise outdoors, do a park run or stroll away from busy roads - because air pollution is bad for the heart and lungs. Meditate to beat stress blood pressure, say guidelines 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z The White House warned the measure would “restrict the ability of California and its citizens to address its severe air pollution challenges.” House bucks Biden electric vehicle push with bill to safeguard gas-powered cars 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z At least 15 states and the District of Columbia have signed on to California’s vehicle standards, which are stricter than federal rules and are designed to address the state’s severe air pollution problems. Biden rules on clean cars face crucial test as Republican-led challenges go to appeals court 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z London mayor Sadiq Khan says it is as a vital measure to combat air pollution, but some critics have pointed to the financial burden it places on motorists during the cost-of-living crisis. Heathrow Airport plans Slough park-and-ride outside Ulez 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Open pit mines often lead to the destruction of vegetation and habitat, soil erosion, and air pollution. California’s Salton Sea eyed for lithium extraction with new tech 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z Research and news investigations have repeatedly demonstrated that Black communities in Louisiana live with more air pollution than white communities. Shuttered EPA investigation could’ve brought ‘meaningful reform’ in Cancer Alley, documents show 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z A recent report by the lung association showed that minority communities bear a disproportionate burden from ground-level ozone, which occurs when air pollution from cars, power plants and other sources mixes with sunlight. EPA delays new ozone pollution standards until after 2024 election 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z Some of Africa’s cities have the world’s worst air pollution. Kenya’s leader says climate change is eating away Africa’s GDP, calls for talks on global carbon tax 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z Each day the facility remains open, it is emitting cancer-causing chemicals including benzene, said Najm, citing reports by the South Coast Air Quality Management District, the regulatory agency monitoring air pollution in the area. California panel to vote on increasing storage at site of worst US methane leak despite risks 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z The primary areas of concern are air pollution, water usage, geologic hazards, and the protection of Indigenous rights. California’s Salton Sea eyed for lithium extraction with new tech 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z London Mayor Sadiq Khan says the expansion will reduce deaths from illnesses linked to air pollution and help to curb climate change. London's contentious clean air zone ULEZ extends to entire city 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z The White House environmental justice council, meanwhile, cited the “horrible toll of air pollution” and its disproportionate effect on minority communities. EPA delays new ozone pollution standards until after 2024 election 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z The study also serves as a reminder of the sweeping effects air pollution can have on human health. Dementia risk grows with increased exposure to air pollution, study finds 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z London’s mayor says the measure will cut air pollution that is linked to about 4,000 deaths a year in the British capital. London’s plan to charge drivers of polluting cars sparks protests and stirs political passions 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Although air pollution is higher in inner London, it has a greater effect on health in outer London. London Ulez expansion: Do clean-air zones reduce pollution? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Plants also contribute to cleaner air as they produce oxygen and remove air pollution during photosynthesis. How to get into the hottest clubs in L.A. County — community gardens 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z When scientists switched on the instrument aboard a new satellite this summer, they got a preview of what will soon be the nation’s first continuous record of air pollution. A First Look From NASA’s New Air Pollution Satellite 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z But the University of Michigan study bolsters a growing body of research linking air pollution to neurological illnesses. Dementia risk grows with increased exposure to air pollution, study finds 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Moves in the U.K. to cut air pollution and reduce car use have become a political flashpoint. London’s plan to charge drivers of polluting cars sparks protests and stirs political passions 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z That suggests that on its own, the expansion of Ulez will have a relatively small effect on air pollution - and air quality would still fall well short of WHO standards. London Ulez expansion: Do clean-air zones reduce pollution? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z But problematic as the wildfire smoke was, an analysis showed it had lower amounts of some toxic elements found in urban air pollution, Thurston said. Canadian wildfires led to spike in asthma ER visits, especially in the Northeast 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z The satellite will stay parked above North America and provide scientists with hourly daytime updates on air pollution nationwide. A First Look From NASA’s New Air Pollution Satellite 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z “We’ve known for a long time that air pollution is a risk factor for respiratory and cardiovascular disease. But we’re only just beginning to understand more about the impact on dementia.” Dementia risk grows with increased exposure to air pollution, study finds 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z A 2021 study by Imperial College London suggested the zone had a relatively small effect on air pollution in the 12 weeks after its central London launch. London’s plan to charge drivers of polluting cars sparks protests and stirs political passions 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Reductions in air pollution from other areas - such as from agriculture, construction and wood burning in homes - will also be needed to bring air quality to safer levels, the report says. London Ulez expansion: Do clean-air zones reduce pollution? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Climate change is also aggravating air pollution, exacerbating inequalities for low-income, non-white and other marginalized communities. California is working on solutions to worsening climate change. Will they be enough? 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z Greater support from public officials could help offset some of the disproportionate effects of air pollution. Our health depends on a new approach to wildfire smoke messaging | Op-Ed 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z As people live longer and the global population continues to trend older, the findings underscore the importance of limiting exposure to air pollution to cognitive health. Dementia risk grows with increased exposure to air pollution, study finds 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Other European cities have had varied results with plans to tackle air pollution. London’s plan to charge drivers of polluting cars sparks protests and stirs political passions 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z There is very strong evidence that air pollution can damage human health. London Ulez expansion: Do clean-air zones reduce pollution? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Ms Rodrigues then amended the statement, removing the word "collectively" and adding a line saying the introduction of the Ulez "has dramatically reduced air pollution in London". Ulez: London Mayor accused of 'quashing research' questioning the scheme 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Residents are more likely to be exposed to air pollution and heat, and to be burdened by preexisting health conditions. Seattle’s nights are hotter than ever. Climate change means more to come 2023-08-18T04:00:00Z The harsh reality is, there are few havens from air pollution in Southern California, and very few people even know where to begin as they search for a place to live. Finding clean air in Los Angeles? It's an almost unsolvable puzzle 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z The Indonesian capital, which has long wrestled with air pollution, was ranked the most polluted city on global charts nearly every day last week. Jakarta: Living with asthma in the world's most polluted city 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Reductions in air pollution have also been reported as a result of other clean-air zones, such as those in Birmingham, Berlin and Amsterdam. London Ulez expansion: Do clean-air zones reduce pollution? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The law makes the largest federal investment in history to battle climate change, around $375 billion over a decade in direct funding, tax credits and loans to clean-energy technology, energy-efficiency projects and air pollution controls. Kamala Harris lands in Seattle for climate speech, fundraiser 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z But it also brought a torrent of complaints about water and air pollution, and diseases and ailments, as it encroached on exurbs and suburbs in states like Texas, Colorado and Pennsylvania. A study of fracking’s links to health issues will be released by Pennsylvania researchers 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The spokeswoman added that all revenue from the LEZ will be used for activities that help reduce air pollution. Number of Glasgow low emission zone fines doubles 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z "I really want to stay in Indonesia because this is where I was born and my family is here. But the air pollution is a silent killer." Jakarta: Living with asthma in the world's most polluted city 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z By combining those data with general air pollution measurements from sensors on the ground, they could calculate how much of the smoke was low in the atmosphere, where people can breathe it in. Americans Have Breathed More Wildfire Smoke in Eight Months Than in Entire Years 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The $3 billion clean ports program will significantly reduce air pollution and improve local air quality, benefiting both port workers and local citizens. Major climate legislation will keep ports, air and water clean | Op-Ed 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z EPA scientists included figures that made it possible for ProPublica to calculate the lifetime cancer risk from breathing air pollution that comes from a boat engine burning the fuel. EPA approved a fuel ingredient even though it could cause cancer in virtually every person exposed 2023-08-13T04:00:00Z The figure is twice the number issued in June, the first month the scheme to tackle air pollution in the city centre was operating. Number of Glasgow low emission zone fines doubles 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The air pollution from wildfires also has long-term health effects for survivors, including asthma and other diseases. How Wildfires Kill People 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Much of the research is based on general air pollution, and it’s difficult to tease apart the role smoke played in any given health outcome, Redlich says. Americans Have Breathed More Wildfire Smoke in Eight Months Than in Entire Years 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Indonesia is now in the dry season, which runs from July to September, when air pollution will peak. Jakarta is the world’s most polluted city. Blame the dry season and vehicles for the gray skies 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Jakarta, which has a population of over 10 million, registers unhealthy air pollution levels nearly every day, according to IQAir. Indonesia's capital named world's most polluted city 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z "If I am elected Mayor, I will reverse this disastrous policy and replace it with a £50m fund to reduce air pollution without taxing people." Ulez scrappage scheme extended to all Londoners 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z And unfortunately, air pollution is already killing one person every five seconds, which amounts to about seven million people a year. How Wildfires Kill People 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Climate change is already leading to more frequent drought and dust storms in Mongolia, and its capital, Ulaanbaatar, suffers from some of the world’s worst air pollution due to the extensive use of coal. U.S. Looks to Mongolia, Wedged between China and Russia, for Critical Minerals 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z Data from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry said 44% of air pollution comes from transportation, compared to 31% from industry. Jakarta is the world’s most polluted city. Blame the dry season and vehicles for the gray skies 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Some of them launched and won a civil lawsuit in 2021 demanding the government take action to control air pollution. Indonesia's capital named world's most polluted city 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Many communities struggle with urban air pollution resulting from factories, energy plants and other polluting companies or industrial sites and freeways that encroach on their neighborhoods. Your next-door neighbor should be a park, not a smokestack 2023-07-29T04:00:00Z However, Sir Keir rejected that assessment of the policy earlier this week, saying the law "requires the mayor of London to take measures to reduce air pollution once it gets above a certain level". Rishi Sunak urges Sadiq Khan to 'think twice' on Ulez expansion 2023-07-29T04:00:00Z During a recent hearing on Capitol Hill, he lauded New Jersey for taking steps “to voluntarily adopt those standards to protect people from dangerous air pollution.” New Jersey tries to upstage California on green energy policies 2023-07-29T04:00:00Z Cases of respiratory diseases believed to be linked to air pollution are on the rise. Jakarta is the world’s most polluted city. Blame the dry season and vehicles for the gray skies 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z The court at the time ruled President Joko Widodo must establish national air quality standards to protect human health, and the health minister and Jakarta governor must devise strategies to control air pollution. Indonesia's capital named world's most polluted city 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Worse still, young children and older adults — the most vulnerable to indoor air pollution — spend the most time at home. A healthy home begins with the right remodel plan 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Khan said the ruling would allow the expanded zone to take effect Aug. 29 and help reduce air pollution. A pollution tax on older cars can be extended to London’s suburbs after a British court ruling 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Also, ordinary potted plants can potentially reduce air pollution in homes and offices, according to research from the University of Birmingham in England. This quirky sibling-run shop is bursting with low-maintenance plants 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z The Jakarta health office also acknowledged that there was an increase in health problems caused by air pollution in 2023, compared to 2022. Jakarta is the world’s most polluted city. Blame the dry season and vehicles for the gray skies 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z However, he stressed the law "requires" the mayor to "reduce air pollution". ULEZ: Keir Starmer urges London Mayor Sadiq Khan to reflect on scheme 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z Ella, from Lewisham, south-east London, was the first person in the UK to have air pollution listed by a coroner as a cause of death. ULEZ expansion has become political football, says asthma death girl's mum 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z The mayor argues that the policy has already cut air pollution in central London and will affect only one in 10 cars in areas like Uxbridge. UK political parties are getting the jitters over green policies after a special election verdict 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z The mayor has defended the plan, arguing it is necessary to help prevent health conditions related to air pollution and even excess deaths. Ulez: What is it and why is its expansion controversial? 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z On Monday, President Widodo acknowledged that air pollution in Jakarta had been a problem for years. Jakarta is the world’s most polluted city. Blame the dry season and vehicles for the gray skies 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Two years in the works and full of ideas but short on specifics, the document has as one emphasis easing traffic gridlock, which causes not only parking nightmares but increased air pollution and lake sedimentation. Lake Tahoe officials tackle overtourism with focus on management, not marketing; new fees may loom 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z "If you can smell it, there's a chemical in the air that's getting up your nose. So all of that is air pollution, whether it smells good or bad," she says. Can houseplants purify the air in your home? 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z “And I’m tired of my community bearing the brunt of what’s happening with climate change and air pollution.” Inslee, lawmakers turn up heat on oil companies as WA gas prices top nation 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z The mayor's office said it was needed to tackle air pollution, congestion and the climate emergency. Ulez: What is it and why is its expansion controversial? 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z The mapping tool uses a myriad of factors, like income, flood risk, air pollution exposure, asthma rates, to determine whether or not a census tract is disadvantaged. Exclusion of race in federal climate justice screening tool could worsen disparities, analysis says 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z Ozone air pollution can lead to problems with respiratory health, including asthma attacks, trouble breathing and lung damage. Worse air quality in L.A. expected during heat wave. Why do high temperatures cause more smog? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z "Indoor air pollution is huge, and it's a relatively unknown frontier, because even my next-door neighbour's house has a different air pollution fingerprint than my house would have," Ms Hicks says. Can houseplants purify the air in your home? 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z Since it is next to industrial land, the buildings must also be built to mitigate noise and air pollution. Plan to protect industrial Seattle nears vote after 16 years of trying 2023-07-17T04:00:00Z The index runs from 0 to 500; the higher the number, the greater the level of air pollution. Smoke Pollution From Canadian Wildfires Returns to Parts of U.S. 2023-07-17T04:00:00Z Urban trees can help reduce energy use, filter stormwater and air pollution, and cool hot city streets. Big Seattle tree spared from axe — for now — as neighbors, tribe rally 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Critics of freeway expansion projects cite the need to combat climate change and air pollution, the legacy of displacing and polluting communities of color and research that shows that expanding freeways doesn’t alleviate traffic congestion. Drivers on the 405 Freeway in O.C. could pay $10 tolls, get extra lanes. Would it help with traffic? 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Indoor air pollution is highly complex, little regulated, and often beyond individual control. Can houseplants purify the air in your home? 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z Virtual reality let him expose experiment participants to the visual input of nature while controlling for factors such as temperature, light and air pollution. Can Virtual Reality Mimic Nature’s Power to Make Us Healthier? 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Apart from air pollution, and passive cigarette smoke, indoor pollution may also trigger these genetic changes. Nonsmokers and lung cancer: What to know now | Provided by Providence Swedish 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z Such plants would still spew double the air pollution of plants that use gas and steam, according to energy analysis firm TransitionZero. Focus: Fertilizer company OCI bets big on climate-friendly ammonia 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z A report published earlier this year found air pollution could lead to miscarriages and stunt children's lung growth, as well as causing chronic illnesses such as cancer. ULEZ: Stump up cash for Londoners , Keir Starmer urges government 2023-07-07T04:00:00Z Many local air districts have also offered incentives to replace wood-burning appliances, not only for the climate benefits, but also to reduce lung-damaging air pollution. Future demand for wood will undermine efforts to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z Newsom said "today truck manufacturers join our urgent efforts to slash air pollution, showing the rest of the country that we can both cut dangerous pollution and build the economy of the future." California, truck manufacturers strike deal on emissions rules 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z Further research on never-smokers will be necessary to clearly understand risk factors, including exposure to radon, secondhand smoke, occupational-related and air pollution and genetic risk factors or mutations. Nonsmokers and lung cancer: What to know now | Provided by Providence Swedish 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z “We actually found higher air pollution in those areas,” said Sheppard, the senior author. UW study shows Seattle’s historically redlined communities have worse air quality 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z But he added that Mr Khan had made the decision to expand the zone in the "context" of a legal requirement to reduce air pollution. Uxbridge by-election: Keir Starmer won't say whether he backs ULEZ expansion 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z Major cities most often see these air quality index spikes after Fourth of July celebrations, said Dan Westervelt, an associate research professor at Columbia University and air pollution adviser to the State Department. Holiday Fireworks Worsen Air Quality Nationwide 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z The air pollution agency for Southern California issued an alert for potential health problems caused by high levels of airborne particles from fireworks. Revelers across U.S. brave heat, rain to celebrate Fourth of July 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Besides air pollution, fireworks come with other risks. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z The connection between air pollution and the elevated risk among children of developing asthma is also well documented. UW study shows Seattle’s historically redlined communities have worse air quality 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z London's Labour mayor says the scheme is needed to tackle air pollution. ULEZ expansion: Judicial review to start at the High Court 2023-07-03T04:00:00Z Someone living in the Duwamish Valley is unable to open a window for fresh air due to heavy outdoor air pollution. Seattle's clean buildings plan can save lives | Op-Ed 2023-07-02T04:00:00Z A recent study found that drought and heat waves could worsen air pollution for California communities already dealing with environmental injustices. L.A. air the 'cleanest' it's been in a decade, but rising temperatures could change that 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z In the end, holiday fireworks lead to just a couple of days of particularly visible air pollution. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z It’s not just air pollution, but the Duwamish River is a Superfund site, there are major highways that flank the community, and massive truck and bus depots are nearby. UW study shows Seattle’s historically redlined communities have worse air quality 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z "It's absolutely critical that even in a cost of living crisis we do not kick the can of air pollution down the road and let more children grow up unhealthy and unwell," she told Reuters. ULEZ expansion: Judicial review to start at the High Court 2023-07-03T04:00:00Z This is a critical step toward meeting our climate targets, reducing air pollution and protecting the health of our communities. Seattle's clean buildings plan can save lives | Op-Ed 2023-07-02T04:00:00Z His key offer was the pledge to provide new solutions to old problems, such as pay-per-mile road-pricing to tackle congestion and air pollution in the capital. Government won't investigate Daniel Korski groping claim 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z “They’re definitely going to compound those existing sources of air pollution,” said Grace Tee Lewis, an epidemiologist at the Environmental Defense Fund who specializes in air pollution and public health. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z “So studies like this — it’s an illustration that when you do more granular, finer scale air pollution monitoring, you really see the disparities,” Abel said. UW study shows Seattle’s historically redlined communities have worse air quality 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z Meanwhile studies on air pollution more broadly suggest that people who breathe bad air have higher rates of anxiety and depression. Wildfires and Smoke Are Harming People’s Mental Health. Here’s How to Cope 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Weather watchers predict a slight decrease in air pollution by the end of Thursday, with further decreases coming Friday and into the weekend. D.C. residents urged to stay indoors as Canadian wildfire smoke worsens on the East Coast 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Riley’s own experiences prompted him to start JustAir, which provides air pollution monitoring. Smoke from Canada wildfires is increasing health risks in Black and poorer US communities 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Fireworks cause a spike in a form of air pollution called particulate matter, the same type of pollution that is elevated from wildfire smoke. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z “Both in location, but more importantly, people of color are going to experience more air pollution disparities than white communities across Seattle.” UW study shows Seattle’s historically redlined communities have worse air quality 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z There are few studies on the health impacts of wildfire smoke specifically, but smoke contains many of the same particulates and contaminates as air pollution. Wildfires and Smoke Are Harming People’s Mental Health. Here’s How to Cope 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Many people in Chicago seemed caught off guard by the sudden influx of smoke, since the city is rarely affected by air pollution from wildfires. Smoky Air From Canadian Wildfires Blankets Midwestern Skies 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z “We see the need for cooling and ventilation when people are faced with wildfire smoke and bad air pollution,” she said. Los Angeles DWP to halt water and power shut-offs for all customers during extreme weather 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Dr. Tee Lewis added that since the spread of the coronavirus, more people may be more vulnerable to air pollution, especially people suffering from long Covid or heart complications as a result of their infections. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Carter later apologized to the shah for the “air pollution.” India’s Modi is getting a state visit with Biden, but the glitz is shadowed by human rights concerns 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z In one large study in China, university students exposed to worse air had lower levels of happiness and higher levels of depression, compared with those exposed to less air pollution. Wildfires and Smoke Are Harming People’s Mental Health. Here’s How to Cope 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z That "State of the Air" report found that the people most affected by air pollution are predominantly low-income, Black and Hispanic residents living in neighborhoods near roads and heavy industry. Switching to Electric Cars Could Prevent 89,000 Deaths in the U.S. 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z A mounting body of research has documented significant indoor air pollution and negative health effects from gas stoves. Study compares gas stove pollution to secondhand cigarette smoke 2023-06-17T04:00:00Z For those determined to get their pyrotechnic fix, wearing the same N95 face masks that protect against the virus is one way to protect yourself from smoke and air pollution, she said. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Just like any air pollution particles, "these harms from the chemicals brought into the body these small particles can pose a threat because of their physical presence." No, you don't eat a credit card worth of plastic every week. But you still swallow a lot of it 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z Another review study in 2022 found not only elevated symptoms of depression and anxiety linked to air pollution but also functional and structural changes in multiple brain areas. Wildfires and Smoke Are Harming People’s Mental Health. Here’s How to Cope 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z As our research shows, people taking action to reduce their exposure during air pollution events, including those caused by wildfires, could avoid nearly 3,000 premature deaths nationwide each year. Wildfires Will Only Get Worse. We Need Satellite Tracking of Air Pollution 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z In other words, cities get a double punch: both climate change and urban development that swaps green space for pavement are warming metropolitan areas, influencing the chemistry of the atmosphere and intensifying urban air pollution. Extreme Heat Is Deadlier Than Hurricanes, Floods and Tornadoes Combined 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z Background air pollution from wildfire smoke is certainly something for cities to consider as they plan fireworks or alternative celebrations like drone shows, Dr. Seidel said. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Shrouded in haze, places like New York and Washington, D.C., experienced their worst air pollution on record last week — and got a possible glimpse of their future in a changing climate. Canada’s Wildfires Are a Warning of the East Coast’s Smoky Future 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z Tom Wassel, who sells air pollution control equipment and also supported Mr. Trump in both previous elections, did not mind that Mr. DeSantis had touched on the indictment only briefly, and not very forcefully. Carefully, Backhandedly, DeSantis Comes to Trump’s Defense 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z We have tracked air pollution disparities, air pollution sources and changes in air quality over time with satellite data, for example, in our own research. Wildfires Will Only Get Worse. We Need Satellite Tracking of Air Pollution 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z Out-of-control fires in Canadian forests sent waves of smoke across the Northeast this week, New York City had air pollution levels that were truly dangerous. Smoky skies are a sad summer refrain | Horsey carton 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z Pollution levels dropped, but the city’s 9 million people - 22 million including suburbs - rarely see a day when air pollution levels are considered “acceptable.” For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z Kandhari, whose daughter had to give up outdoor sports over health scares related to the bad air, said the air pollution is constant but policymakers only seem to notice its most acute moments. For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z The wildfires brought some of the worst levels of air pollution that east coast cities have seen in decades, cancelling outdoor activities and flights in both the US and Canada. Canada wildfires: Smog spreads south as east coast sees relief 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z But our research shows that the reduced mortality and illness achieved by equipping people with high-quality air pollution alerts could be valued at over $10 billion per year. Wildfires Will Only Get Worse. We Need Satellite Tracking of Air Pollution 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z The #DMV has not previously recorded a Code Purple day for fine particle pollution, the type of air pollution we are currently experiencing. Unhealthy air, smoke continue to cover large swaths of U.S. for third straight day 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z On Wednesday, hazardous levels of air pollution with an air quality index score of 400 or “code maroon” were recorded in Syracuse, New York. Canadian wildfire smoke forces landing limits on major East Coast airports 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z In the U.S., the 1970 passage of the Clean Air Act cleared up many smog-filled cities by setting limits on most sources of air pollution. For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z In New York, air pollution reached record — and dangerous — levels, putting the city atop the world’s worst for air quality. Photos: Smoke from Canadian wildfires creates eerie views as it moves across U.S. Northeast 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z Just like weather forecasts, air pollution predictions provide actionable information to the public. Wildfires Will Only Get Worse. We Need Satellite Tracking of Air Pollution 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z IQAir has a real-time ranking that shows which cities have the worst levels of air pollution. These Apps Can Help You Monitor Air Quality 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z The Tyre Extinguishers said on its website that “we are defending ourselves against climate change, air pollution and unsafe drivers.” Climate activists deflate tires of more than 100 SUVs in Denmark’s capital 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z They suffer increased air pollution for other reasons, too, including a reliance on coal, lower vehicle emissions standards and the burning of solid fuels for cooking and heating. For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z “Exposure and the resulting health effects depend on the amount of time spent outside, level of exertion, level of air pollution, and possible existing health conditions.” Is It Safe to Go for a Run in Wildfire Smoke? 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z According to estimates by WHO in 2019, 3.2 million premature deaths every year were attributable to household air pollution from polluting fuels and technologies. Report says 2.3 billion people globally use polluting fuel to cook; 675 million have no electricity 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z South Asia is particularly polluted, with a World Health Organization report finding the region suffers an estimated two million premature deaths per year due to air pollution. Air quality: How to protect yourself from Canada wildfire smoke 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z In East Asia, years of chronic air pollution is one reason that wearing face masks was common well before the coronavirus pandemic. Air Quality This Week Gives U.S. a Glimpse of the World’s Air Pollution 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Pollution levels dropped, but the city’s 9 million people — 22 million including suburbs — rarely see a day when air pollution levels are considered “acceptable.” For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z Environmental Protection Agency metric for air pollution, exceeded a staggering 400 at times in Syracuse, New York City and Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley. Millions breathing hazardous air as smoke from Canadian wildfires streams south over US 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z The Air Quality Index considers five measurements of air pollution: ground-level ozone, particle pollution, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide. How to Use the Air Quality Index 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z There are almost 200 different toxins in air pollution, and it’s the same thing with wildfire smoke. How to Protect Yourself from Smoky Wildfire Air 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z In South Korea, would-be presidents have made reducing air pollution part of their campaign platforms. Air Quality This Week Gives U.S. a Glimpse of the World’s Air Pollution 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Each year, air pollution is responsible for nearly 9,000 deaths in Mexico City, according to the National Institute of Public Health. For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z The use of simulations allowed the scientists to investigate the influences of individual factors including greenhouse gas emissions, other forms of air pollution and natural climate cycles on Arctic melting. An Ice-free Arctic Could Be Only a Decade Away 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Green is between 0 and 50 on this scale: in this category, air quality is good, with little or no risk from air pollution. How to Use the Air Quality Index 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z And so add that onto typical air pollution, and you get a lot of trouble in terms of toxins that can affect your health. How to Protect Yourself from Smoky Wildfire Air 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z But what exactly is a code red alert—and what risk does all that air pollution pose to your health? What the Air Quality Index measures—and what to do when it’s code red 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z He wears a mask and goggles against frequent air pollution in the city of 11 million, but suffers from eye infections, breathing problems and chest congestion that get worse as smog grows in winter. For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z At least 400 wildfires burning across Canada have triggered air pollution warnings across North America. Your Thursday Briefing: A Dangerous Haze Across North America 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Between 101 and 150, members of sensitive groups, such as the very young, the very old and people with asthma, or heart or lung disease, start to feel the effects of air pollution. How to Use the Air Quality Index 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z People in smoke-affected areas are advised not to do strenuous exercise outdoors and to wear masks outdoors where air pollution levels are particularly bad. How Long Will Wildfire Smoke Last, and Where Will It Spread? 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z The levels were slightly better than those on Tuesday evening, when New York ranked No. 1 for the world’s worst air pollution, ahead of global cities, including New Delhi, India. Wildfire smoke is blanketing the East Coast. Californians have some tips 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Birds are especially at risk because of the construction of their respiratory systems, said Meghan Rebuli, an assistant professor at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine who specializes in air pollution. How to Keep Pets Safe From Wildfire Smoke 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z On top of the air pollution, New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania face a fire risk of their own as red flag warnings have been posted in both states. New York City is bathed in smoke from Canadian wildfires 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z "Allergies are worse here in general due to air pollution, climate change, industrialization and disruption in our microbiomes from overexposure to chemicals, pesticides, processed foods, plastics." Eczema is on the rise. Air pollution could be to blame 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z Only air pollution wasn’t quite at the danger point globally. Earth is ‘really quite sick now’ and in danger zone in nearly all ecological ways, study says 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York also advised residents statewide to stay at home if possible and for school districts across the state to keep kids indoors, citing concerns over air pollution. Wildfire smoke is blanketing the East Coast. Californians have some tips 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Bosnia and its capital Sarajevo in particular suffer from notorious air pollution, topping lists of the world's most polluted cities in winter months and affecting public health. World Bank lends $50.8 mln to cut air pollution in Bosnian region 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z The new rules could require employers to create wildfire smoke plans, monitor air conditions and implement safety protocols based on the level of air pollution. WA wants permanent rules for working outdoors in wildfire smoke 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z "Allergies are worse here in general due to air pollution, climate change, industrialization and disruption in our microbiomes from overexposure to chemicals, pesticides, processed foods, plastics," Parikh said. Eczema is on the rise. Air pollution could be to blame 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z Where a person lives affects their health, said Hajat, who compared the individual impacts of air pollution to those of smoking. New study investigates why some parts of Seattle have high asthma rates 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z In 1972, Mary Nichols was a young environmental lawyer driving through the haze to a Los Angeles courthouse, where she hoped a legal victory would help improve the region’s air pollution. Can the ‘California Effect’ Survive in a Hyperpartisan America? 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Mitchell said his research and work have led him to believe that the state’s asthma rates are heavily tied to traffic-related air pollution, as well as other air pollutants. Black children are more likely to have asthma. A lot comes down to where they live 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z Wildfires, a major source of smoke and air pollution, have increased in size during the 21st century, according to the EPA. WA wants permanent rules for working outdoors in wildfire smoke 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z Q: I’ve heard some candles can create indoor air pollution and even be harmful. Home swaps to make for a less toxic life 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z In addition, homes in ZIP code 98108 — which include those in Beacon Hill, Georgetown and South Park — had the highest ranking for air pollution and for exposure to confirmed and suspected contaminated sites. New study investigates why some parts of Seattle have high asthma rates 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Research also shows that air pollution can worsen asthma. 5 takeaways from AP’s series on health disparities impacting Black Americans 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z While air pollution in the U.S. has declined, its impacts worldwide have skyrocketed. One Planet, Two Crises: Tackling Climate Change and Biodiversity in the Fight for Our Future 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z Mosses are very sensitive to air pollution and are used to monitor air quality. Fundamentals of Biology 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z They are also major producers of greenhouse gases and responsible for air pollution and the dumping of toxic waste. World History: from 1400 2022-12-14T00:00:00Z Mosses are very sensitive to air pollution and are used to monitor the quality of air. Concepts of Biology 2013-04-25T00:00:00Z Black children are more likely to have asthma and to be exposed to certain triggers, like mold and air pollution. 5 takeaways from AP’s series on health disparities impacting Black Americans 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z “We’re going to have to examine other transportation modes that make that easier or else we’re just going to have to deal with increased congestion, increased traffic fatalities and increased air pollution emissions.” Push for transit, walkable communities growing across U.S. 2023-05-19T04:00:00Z Lichens are extremely sensitive to air pollution, especially to abnormal levels of nitrogen and sulfur. Fundamentals of Biology 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z London residents noted how air pollution transformed the color of sunsets. World History: from 1400 2022-12-14T00:00:00Z Human agricultural practices, air pollution, acid rain, global deforestation, overfishing, oil spills, and illegal dumping on land and into the ocean all have impacts on ecosystems. Concepts of Biology 2013-04-25T00:00:00Z The London mayor says the decision was "not easy but necessary to reduce the capital's toxic air pollution". Paul Scully pauses ministerial role to run as London mayor 2023-05-18T04:00:00Z New York state’s buildings also emit more air pollution than any other state’s. NYC skyscrapers turning to carbon capture to lessen climate change 2023-05-14T04:00:00Z That move hasn’t protected the art from air pollution, researchers say. World’s largest collection of ancient rock art threatened by Australia’s petrochemical plants 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z Shell has said it is using the best available technologies to try to minimize air pollution. Environmental groups sue Shell over air quality at massive new Pennsylvania petrochemical plant 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z Freight movement, including the trucks used to move most goods within and through the state, is responsible for about 50% of our air pollution. Opinion: If California's regulations are so strict, why is our air still so bad? 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z Environmental groups had been particularly concerned warning about a loss of rights and legal protections in areas including water quality, air pollution standards and protections for wildlife. Brexit: Rishi Sunak broke his word over EU laws, says Jacob Rees-Mogg 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z However, the Campaign for Better Transport said the change was was a "deeply retrograde step" which will "do nothing to tackle carbon emissions or air pollution". Longer lorries to be allowed on Britain's roads 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z That includes carcinogens spewed from the OxyVinyls plastics manufacturing plant across the highway when air pollution control equipment temporarily went down before dawn in mid-July, state records show. Living and Breathing on the Front Line of a Toxic Chemical Zone 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Trucks and trains spew diesel exhaust, full of soot that contains more than 40 cancer-causing substances, responsible for an estimated 70 percent of Californian's cancer risk from air pollution. Electrify everything, California says — including trucks and trains 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z More than 64 million people of color lived in counties with high air pollution exposure, more than half of all those living with unhealthy air. Report finds that heat, drought and fires worsen air in the West 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z Figures published in 2020 by the Centre for Cities estimated that 600 deaths a year in Scotland could be attributed to air pollution. How will Glasgow's low emission zone work? 2023-04-30T04:00:00Z Scientists and environmentalists say they are not just a climate concern, but also a health threat — a source of indoor air pollution that contributes to asthma. A fight brewing in Oregon could decide how we heat our homes and cook 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z If enacted, the proposed EPA standards will bring clean, cost-saving transportation technologies to consumers in the short term, while significantly reducing harmful air pollution and greenhouse emissions. Opinion | Electric vehicles are not the future. They’re the now. 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z According to California regulators, diesel emissions are responsible for some 70% of Californians’ cancer risk from toxic air pollution. California passes 1st-in-nation emission rules for trains 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z In the “State of the Air” report, researchers focused on two of the most widespread and dangerous air pollutants: ground-level ozone pollution and fine particulate-matter air pollution. Report finds that heat, drought and fires worsen air in the West 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z About $8 million is available to help map environmental health disparities, tighten regulations on air pollution in overburdened communities, and address asthma rates in King County among children living near the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. WA budgets $2B to cut greenhouse gas emissions; here’s where money will go 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z The report estimated that 346,000 lives would be saved annually by 2030 if developing countries in Asia meet their goals for shifting to clean energy, leading to reduced air pollution. Bank: Asia must quit coal faster to stem worst climate woes 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z A new report by the American Lung Association found that more than one in three Americans were exposed to unhealthy levels of air pollution between 2019 to 2021. 1 in 3 Americans breathe unhealthy air, new report says 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z His removal from a slot in television’s prime time eliminates a major source of air pollution. Column: Finally, accountability for Tucker Carlson. But it's only a start 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z Fine particulate-matter air pollution can be caused by factories and refineries, wildfires, coal-fired power plants, and emissions from cars and trucks. Report finds that heat, drought and fires worsen air in the West 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z Many of the new proposals aim to reduce air pollution and greenhouse-gas emissions from the power sector. EPA plan would impose drastic cuts on power plant emissions by 2040 2023-04-22T04:00:00Z The measure is aimed at cutting air pollution from upwind states that harms air quality in downwind states. How the U.S. Clean Air Act lets closed coal plants keep polluting for years 2023-04-22T04:00:00Z Some Thai internet users speculated that air pollution in northern Thailand, which in recent weeks has spiked to levels considered dangerous to human health, contributed to Lin Hui’s death. Chinese panda on long-term loan to Thailand dies suddenly 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z That’s because there is increased air pollution higher in the atmosphere, such as from wildfires. Why we should all be gazing at more sunsets 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z Exposure to fine particulate-matter air pollution can trigger irritation for your eyes, nose and throat, and more severe consequences including heart attacks, and lung cancer, as well as premature death. Report finds that heat, drought and fires worsen air in the West 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z It is part of a push to reduce air pollution, cut greenhouse gas emissions and make us all a bit fitter and healthier. Low Traffic Neighbourhoods: Is this the UK's most abused traffic bollard? 2023-04-17T04:00:00Z It aggravates air pollution and puts people at greater risk of respiratory disease as the particles are small enough to be inhaled into the lungs. Yellow dust: Sandstorms bring misery from China to South Korea 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z The IQAir website showed an air quality index of 540 for the capital and labeled its air pollution level as “hazardous.” Beijing blanketed with floating sand and dust 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z Environmentalists fear air pollution, empty wells and toxic waste. An Old Hollywood actor created a treasure map. Could it be real? 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z Western cities nearly swept the board for the places with the worst air pollution. Report finds that heat, drought and fires worsen air in the West 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z Inflammation is the likely explanation for air pollution causing lung cancers and inflammatory bowel disease increasing the risk of colon cancer. Study reveals cancer’s ‘infinite’ ability to evolve 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z Medical sterilizers would also need to continuously monitor air pollution to make sure controls function properly. EPA acts, finding cancer risk from sterilization chemical 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z The Beijing Municipal Ecological and Environmental Monitoring Center issued the highest air pollution warning. Beijing blanketed with floating sand and dust 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z The latest study adds dementia to the numerous dangers of air pollution documented by a growing body of scientific research in recent years. Air pollution may raise risk of dementia, analysis says 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z The capital Beijing has seen regular air pollution and an unseasonal number of sandstorms over the past few weeks. Sandstorms, dangerous pollution return to Beijing 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z From a high floor of the Empire State Building looking south, he took a front-page photo that showed smog eerily shrouding Manhattan on Thanksgiving morning in 1966, one of the city’s worst air pollution days. Neal Boenzi, Top New York Times Photographer for Four Decades, Dies at 97 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z Environmental and public health groups praised the EPA proposal, saying it protects Americans, especially children, from some of the most dangerous forms of air pollution. EPA tightens mercury emissions limits at coal power plants 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z The eastern flank of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains traps a confusing swirl of air pollution. Satellite network will monitor air pollution in near real time 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z Research also has linked air pollution exposure to such social effects as substance abuse, self-harm, suicide and crime. Air pollution may raise risk of dementia, analysis says 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z Last summer, the Dutch government already decided to cut the maximum number of flights allowed each year in an attempt to reduce noise and air pollution. Sssssh! Dutch Schiphol airport will tone down the noise 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z “If we breathe in sort of the air pollution of the particulate matter at the same time as the pollen, it actually can stimulate the immune system even more and create more symptoms,” Keswani said. The worst cities in the U.S. for allergies 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Rachael Kupka, the executive director of the Global Alliance on Health and Pollution, says it is hard to tell whether eco-friendly briquettes would have a significant impact on local air pollution or human health. A nutty solution for cleaner stoves and barbecues 2023-04-03T04:00:00Z And in 2024, the European Space Agency is expected to launch Sentinel-4, an air pollution tracker that will focus on Europe. Satellite network will monitor air pollution in near real time 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z Although epidemiologists had assumed that East Germans would have more asthma because of higher air pollution rates, the opposite was true. Children raised with dogs and cats are less likely to develop food allergies, study finds 2023-04-03T04:00:00Z Environmental Protection Agency allows California — which has some of the nation’s worst air pollution - to require truck manufacturers to sell an increasing number of zero-emission trucks over the next couple of decades. EPA approves California rules phasing out diesel trucks 2023-03-31T04:00:00Z Thailand's air pollution is an issue year each year in the dry season - which typically runs from November to March - mainly due to seasonal burning from farmers clearing their sugarcane and rice fields. Thailand's extreme air pollution: 'I feel sorry for my daughter' 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z In the case of California residents, increased air pollution associated with drought was determined to last for months or even years, whereas researchers found that heat waves created brief spikes in emissions. Drought, heat waves could worsen air pollution for vulnerable communities 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z Such observations could also help scientists firm up links between air pollution and health, says Allan Just, an environmental epidemiologist at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Satellite network will monitor air pollution in near real time 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z Previous studies suggested it was unclear how noise or air pollution affected blood pressure. Road noise makes blood pressure rise, study finds 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z Air quality measurements around the D.C. area accessed at airnow.gov showed moderate levels of air pollution as of midday Monday. Burning smell in D.C. area probably drifted from North Carolina fires 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z A study from 2020 quantified how air pollution ignores borders: In most states, about half of the premature deaths caused by poor air quality are linked to pollutants that blow in from other states. Cleaner Air Helps Everyone. It Helps Black Communities a Lot. 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z His research has found that adopting low-carbon energy sources makes air pollution exposure more equitable across communities. Drought, heat waves could worsen air pollution for vulnerable communities 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z He was part of recent work correlating air pollution in Mexico City to death rates. Satellite network will monitor air pollution in near real time 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z He said the evidence suggested there was a potential causal relationship between road traffic noise and hypertension, independent of air pollution and other risk factors. Road noise makes blood pressure rise, study finds 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z Apart from institutional failures, air pollution is extensive in Basra, and salinity levels arising from a severe fresh water crisis are leading causes of illness, according to local researchers. Corruption, deep disparity mark Iraq’s oil legacy post-2003 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z A Bay Area Clean Air Coalition analysis of national data showed that in California, people of color are exposed to 32% more indoor air pollution from appliances than their white counterparts. Broken furnace? In the Bay Area, soon you’ll have to replace it with a heat pump 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z They estimated air pollution across counties by identifying locations of power plants and assessing how much electricity they would generate under different weather conditions. Drought, heat waves could worsen air pollution for vulnerable communities 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z The research relied on scarce monitoring stations and a single satellite image a day to estimate how much air pollution people are really breathing. Satellite network will monitor air pollution in near real time 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z "We were a little surprised that the association between road traffic noise and hypertension was robust even after adjustment for air pollution," he said. Road noise makes blood pressure rise, study finds 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z “Goods movement is a huge part of our economy here … yet it’s the single largest source of air pollution between the trucks and trains and ships,” he said. Biden will let California lead on electric trucks, despite industry protest 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z At the same time, it is thought another trigger - air pollution - improved, as industry shut down and roads cleared of traffic. Lung disease: 'For asthma to take her life was just unbelievable' 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z Drought and extreme heat also worsened air pollution for low-income and non-white communities throughout California, researchers say, further degrading health in neighborhoods that have long struggled with environmental inequities. Drought, heat waves could worsen air pollution for vulnerable communities 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z “It opens up space for more conversations and for other stories to be told,” said Ramirez, who called the air pollution in her neighborhood “a little bit more invisible.” In toxic Ohio derailment, other Americans see echoes of their fights 2023-03-19T04:00:00Z However, people who had high exposure to both traffic noise and air pollution had the highest hypertension risk, showing that air pollution plays a role as well. Road noise makes blood pressure rise, study finds 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z On Wednesday, the Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, finalized a regulation that will cut smog-causing air pollution from coal-fired power plants and industrial facilities. To protect downwind states from smog, EPA cracks down on coal power pollution 2023-03-19T04:00:00Z "There will often be higher exposure to air pollution, poor quality housing with mould and damp that can lead to flare-ups, and historically higher smoking rates," she said. Lung disease: 'For asthma to take her life was just unbelievable' 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z The E.P.A. has imposed air pollution restrictions on some of these same chemicals, but manufacturing plants often have mishaps that result in releases despite the rules. Public Health vs. Economic Growth: Toxic Chemical Rules Pose Test for Biden 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z The new standards, announced by the Environmental Protection Agency, are intended to place tighter constraints on air pollution from 23 states. Power plants must cut pollution crossing state lines, new EPA rule says 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z “Every community deserves fresh air to breathe. We know air pollution doesn’t stop at the state line,” said EPA Administrator Michael Regan. EPA ‘neighbor’ rule cuts downwind pollution by power plants 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z Under the law, states are required to submit a plan for ensuring that their air pollution does not spread significantly to other states. To protect downwind states from smog, EPA cracks down on coal power pollution 2023-03-19T04:00:00Z Ministers say they have already set "ambitious" targets to reduce air pollution and smoking, while the NHS is also expanding its programme of free lung health checks in England. Lung disease: 'For asthma to take her life was just unbelievable' 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z Groups who live in neighborhoods with high air pollution, for example, will have higher rates of certain diseases. Guidelines Warn Against Racial Categories in Genetic Research 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z This interstate air pollution regulation, known as the “good neighbor” rule, has long-pitted Rust Belt and Appalachian states against those on the East Coast. Power plants must cut pollution crossing state lines, new EPA rule says 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z States that contribute to ground-level ozone, or smog, are required to submit plans ensuring that coal-fired power plants and other industrial sites don’t add significantly to air pollution in other states. EPA ‘neighbor’ rule cuts downwind pollution by power plants 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z It said one in 10 people globally were living in an area where air pollution poses a threat to health. Lahore is most polluted city, Chad worst among countries - survey 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z Burning this waste causes hazardous air pollution for nearby communities, and dumps and landfills can leach chemicals like PCBs — a group of compounds that can cause cancer in humans — into soil and water supplies. Rich countries export twice as much plastic waste to the developing world as previously thought 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z Four decades ago, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the EPA were considering regulations on indoor air pollution risks and the gizmos that created them. ‘Now we’re cooking with gas’ — and paying for it with massive bills 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z I spotted Van Nuys Airport, which many residents want to shut down because of its noise and air pollution. Column: A fading mural offers a warning to candidates seeking to replace Nury Martinez 2023-03-11T05:00:00Z The 12 are excessive alcohol consumption, head injury, exposure to air pollution, lack of education, hypertension, hearing impairment, smoking, obesity, depression, physical inactivity, diabetes and infrequent social contact. Column: Brain-twisted or brain-washed — can crossword puzzles and word games sharpen memory? 2023-03-11T05:00:00Z China is the top producer and consumer of coal and the biggest source of air pollution and climate changing gasses. Beijing air quality plummets amid dust storm, pollution 2023-03-10T05:00:00Z Urban dwellers are also exposed to increased rates of air pollution and environmental toxins, and some to the stress of living in areas with high rates of violence and insecurity. African Countries Made Huge Gains in Life Expectancy. Now That Could Be Erased. 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z The findings underline a growing urgency for policymakers, public health officials and researchers to focus on curbing major sources of air pollution, such as emissions from power plants, industrial facilities and vehicles. Nearly everyone is exposed to unhealthy levels of tiny air pollutants, study says 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z Researchers from the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy concluded that residents of wealthier, whiter areas exported air pollution to the neighborhoods around their commutes. L.A. residents who drive less are exposed to more air pollution, study finds 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z In some studies they analyzed, scientists were able to raise indoor air pollution caused by gas stoves only by first eliminating all ventilation. Major flaws discovered in studies used to bolster efforts to ban gas stoves 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z The same analysis found that residents of one town are 50 times more likely than the average American to develop cancer from air pollution. Opinion: Another toxic train derailment will happen if we don't rein in plastics 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z Officials of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America say environmental inequities, such as those involving air pollution and housing, and health-care disparities play a greater role than genetics in the differences. Adult-onset asthma is common. What to consider if you’re diagnosed. 2023-03-05T05:00:00Z Nearly 7 million people worldwide died because of air pollution in 2019, according to recent estimates. Nearly everyone is exposed to unhealthy levels of tiny air pollutants, study says 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z “There’s this consistent injustice in air pollution exposure,” said Geoff Boeing, an assistant professor at the school and co-author of the study. L.A. residents who drive less are exposed to more air pollution, study finds 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z The “main ingredients” to generate air pollution are volatile organic compounds, oxidants and sunlight, Sullivan said. If you can smell your air freshener, you might have a problem 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z Besides contributing to climate change, the ships that U.S. companies rely on also release hazardous air pollution in port communities, whose residents tend to be lower-income people of color. Walmart, Target, Home Depot lead pack of retailers emitting millions of pounds of CO2 via shipping 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z Ending the burning of fossil fuels in homes and businesses isn’t just good for the health of residents, it’s necessary to fight climate change and air pollution and should be replicated across the nation. Editorial: Bay Area making climate change history by phasing out sales of gas furnaces and water heaters 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z In 2021, the WHO cut the acceptable limits of PM 2.5 by half to help drive better efforts to lower air pollution and protect populations. Nearly everyone is exposed to unhealthy levels of tiny air pollutants, study says 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z What they found was that when controlling for every other variable possible, residents who drove more were exposed to less air pollution, and vice versa. L.A. residents who drive less are exposed to more air pollution, study finds 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z Dr. Azad said she had originally hoped to dig into the drivers of preterm birth during lockdown, not just its frequency: Were changes in air pollution correlated with changes in early births? Premature Births Fell During Some Covid Lockdowns, Study Finds 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z Instead of chalking up low recruitment numbers to lack of interest or drug use, perhaps the military could focus more energy on asthma from air pollution or lead paint affecting brain development. Opinion | The draft helped instill good citizenship in Americans 2023-02-27T05:00:00Z |
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