| 单词 | particulate matter |
| 例句 | “I believe it to be a good sign. I don’t remember ever drinking a glass of good bourbon with any particulate matter floating in it, do you? What do you think of this color?” The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate 2009-05-12T00:00:00Z When particulate matter in the atmosphere was sufficient, light from the ground got trapped and reflected back, and the entire Detroit sky would become the soft pink of cotton candy. Middlesex: A Novel 2002-06-05T00:00:00Z Using your cooker hood is one of the most effective ways to reduce your exposure to particulate matter while cooking. Cooking pollutes your home and increases your health risks — but better ventilation will help 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z Fine particulate matter is much smaller than the kind of dust that you find after you haven’t cleaned your room in a while. Good day to play outside? Learn about air pollution to find out. 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z In one nook you’ll see “Arachnomancy,” a deck of tarot cards printed with ink made from particulate matter that pays tribute to the spider diviners of Cameroon. Tomás Saraceno: Following the Airborne Lives of Spiders 2022-02-20T05:00:00Z Pollution is rapidly becoming the biggest threat to our ability to age well, with more and more research linking particulate matter to lung cancer, heart disease, dementia, hypertension and diabetes. Happy ever after: 25 ways to live well into old age 2019-05-26T04:00:00Z When the amount of ozone and particulate matter reaches unsafe levels, the day will be labeled as code orange, code red and on the worst days, code purple. Good day to play outside? Learn about air pollution to find out. 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z Why put more particulate matter into the air? What’s Cooking in That Egg Spoon? A Bite-Size Culture War 2018-03-26T04:00:00Z They spend their time in the dark, injured, unwell and unable to move, with no choice but to breathe ammonia and particulate matter from feces and feathers. Big Chicken wants in on the plant-based meat options and that's a good thing 2019-06-29T04:00:00Z Carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles running on diesel or regular gasoline drive climate change and the tiny particulate matter from tailpipes has negative effects on human health. When #Vanlife Meets the $300 Tank 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z Fine particulate matter, or tiny pieces of dustlike substance, is mostly produced from burning fossil fuels, for instance, gasoline in cars and coal in power plants. Good day to play outside? Learn about air pollution to find out. 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z This way, the concentration of particulate matter is unlikely to rise to unsafe levels and will dissipate quickly once you have finished cooking. Cooking pollutes your home and increases your health risks — but better ventilation will help 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z Seeking an unspecified amount of damages, the complaint says the operation continues to be a nuisance, with “offensive odors, emissions, particulate matter, lights, noise, and in some cases flies” causing “substantial” annoyance. While small dairy farms shut down, this mega-dairy is shipping milk to China 2018-12-01T05:00:00Z She cut an image of the mountain wedge into a vinyl sheet covering a plexiglass plate and set it on the fire escape for a month to gather particulate matter. Kim Abeles Turns the Climate Crisis Into Eco-art 2021-12-09T05:00:00Z Most homeowners were unaware of the sources and health risks of indoor particulate matter exposure and how this was related to cooking. Cooking pollutes your home and increases your health risks — but better ventilation will help 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z 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 But particulate matter is an ongoing concern, for example, in several parts of farm country. Dust is a growing problem. What role does farmland play? 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Research finds that you could be exposed to around three times more particulate matter while preparing a roast dinner than if you were to walk through India's polluted capital, New Delhi. Cooking pollutes your home and increases your health risks — but better ventilation will help 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z 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 Kids are at higher risk of the damaging effects of ozone and particulate matter, especially kids with asthma, because their bodies and lungs are developing. Good day to play outside? Learn about air pollution to find out. 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z Air pollution often refers to two things: ozone and fine particulate matter, both of which are harmful to humans. Good day to play outside? Learn about air pollution to find out. 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z The rationale is that rainfall may help wash away particulate matter in the atmosphere, making the air cleaner and more breathable. Delhi AQI: Can artificial rain fix toxic air in India's capital? 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z Fine particulate matter is extremely dangerous when it percolates into human lungs, and the law has driven a vast decline in concentrations in areas like Los Angeles and the Ohio Valley. Polluting Industries Say the Cost of Cleaner Air Is Too High 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z The AQI measures the level of PM 2.5 - fine particulate matter that can clog lungs and cause a host of diseases - in the air. Delhi AQI: Toxic haze in India capital after Diwali festival 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z "Our organization intends to sue the Biden EPA to push it to set a national greenhouse gas cap, the same way it has for ozone, particulate matter, lead and other pollutants," Golden-Krasner told Salon. Is Biden taking climate change seriously? Here's why some experts want him to declare an emergency 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z Over the past few days, Lahore's Air Quality Index - which measures the level of fine particulate matter in the air - have hovered around the 400 mark. Toxic smog chokes Pakistan and shuts cities 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z The EPA said that both times, the state recorded high levels of particulate matter, which can cause heart attacks, asthmas and chronic health conditions. Minnesota agency had data on iron foundry’s pollution violations but failed to act, report says 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z But technically there is no safe level of particulate matter, and ever-spreading wildfire smoke driven by a changing climate and decades of forest mismanagement has reversed recent progress. Polluting Industries Say the Cost of Cleaner Air Is Too High 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z The air quality index exceeded the 400 mark for tiny particulate matter, a level considered “severe” and more than 10 times the global safety threshold, according to the state-run Central Pollution Control Board. New Delhi shuts schools and limits construction work to reduce severe air pollution 2023-11-03T04:00:00Z In areas that experience snow, road salts can become aerosolized, creating sodium and chloride particulate matter. Humans are disrupting natural 'salt cycle' on a global scale, new study shows 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z On Monday, the level of PM 2.5 - fine particulate matter that can clog lungs and cause a host of diseases - was 306 in the city, according to government data. Air pollution: Delhi air turns very poor but 'worst is yet to come' 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z That wind picks up respiratory irritants such as pollen grains, fungal spores and air pollutants, including particulate matter. Why Is Asthma Worse in Stormy Weather? 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z Pollution from coal-fired power plants, steel mills and factories have resulted in some of the world’s worst levels of particulate matter, and the country continues to see high rates of lung and heart disease. Despite diplomatic tension, Newsom seeks to promote Chinese cooperation on climate change 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z The team discovered that, on a warming planet, plants like oaks and poplars will emit more of a compound that exacerbates poor air quality, contributing to problematic particulate matter and low-atmosphere ozone. Plants could worsen air pollution on a warming planet 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z She also noted the devices only detect particulate matter and not other chemicals and compounds known to plague overburdened communities. New WA air-quality monitors draw critique from environmental justice advocates 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z Incense can also “be a major source of particulate matter.” Scented candles may be cozy—but are they polluting your home’s air? 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Rainfall may not always occur alongside heavy wind, and instead it can pick up and clear the air of particulate matter that causes asthma attacks or allergy symptoms. Why Is Asthma Worse in Stormy Weather? 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z The team also saw elevated levels of particulate matter that is 2.5 microns in diameter or less, which includes particles that, if inhaled, are small enough to absorb into the bloodstream. Scientists reveal what fuels wildfires in Sierra Nevada Mountains 2023-09-25T04:00:00Z The South Coast Air Quality Management District determined wildfire smoke is responsible for elevated levels of particulate matter in the air — PM2.5 — throughout Orange County, portions of Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Smoke advisory issued through weekend in L.A. area from Northern California wildfires 2023-09-24T04:00:00Z 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 "Nitrogen dioxide, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter and carbon emissions. If you deal with one, you deal with the other." Ulez is two-for-one offer for London, Sadiq Khan says 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z At the same time, those winds will begin to clear the air of smoke and particulate matter. Clean air, overcast skies on deck for Seattle’s Labor Day weekend 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z Levels of fine particulate matter will be less affected. London Ulez expansion: Do clean-air zones reduce pollution? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Diesel emissions can contribute to respiratory ailments such as asthma and lung cancer, and one study attributed 21,000 deaths a year to diesel particulate matter, according to the statement. California firm to pay $1 million for selling devices to thwart diesel truck smog controls 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z But trucks ferrying this cargo release tremendous amounts of harmful particulate matter and smog-forming nitrogen oxides. Fontana rejects massive warehouse proposal amid public outcry and pollution complaints 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z Early last month, the level of particulate matter in the air from smoke became so unhealthy that many U.S. cities set records. Smoke Pollution From Canadian Wildfires Returns to Parts of U.S. 2023-07-17T04:00:00Z “Dust, pet dander and other types of particulate matter may contain bacteria, viruses and mold spores, which can grow inside the filter,” Zhao says. Ways to prepare your home indoors and outdoors for wildfire season | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Third, SAF do not prevent the adverse health effects of exposure to particulate matter from airplane exhaust or noise. Sustainable aviation fuels aren't the answer; flying less is | Op-Ed 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z But it wasn't just the particulate matter that was worrisome. Scientists warned of a Salton Sea disaster. No one listened 2023-07-07T04:00:00Z In March, EPA said it was not approving California's request to set new regulations on pollutant exhaust emission standards NOx and particulate matter for 2024 and future medium- and heavy-duty engines and vehicles. California, truck manufacturers strike deal on emissions rules 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z The higher levels of particulate matter pollution that triggered the advisory “were recorded primarily due to fireworks displays” and “not the Canadian wildfires,” the state’s environmental conservation department said in a statement. Holiday Fireworks Worsen Air Quality Nationwide 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z This year, the E.P.A. proposed strengthening its air quality standard for fine particulate matter to better protect public health, but said it would still allow special consideration for “exceptional events.” About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Dangerous air pollutants like nitrogen oxide and particulate matter contribute to dozens of early deaths and hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of impacts on health annually in Washington. Seattle's clean buildings plan can save lives | Op-Ed 2023-07-02T04:00:00Z Environment Canada has issued a smog warning for the Montreal and Laval areas due to fine particulate matter from forest fires. Canada Day fireworks in Montreal cancelled because of wildfire smoke 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z There, when the ventilation system ramped up, the level of indoor particulate matter rose. Through Pandemics and Wildfires, Can Air Sensors Keep Offices Safe? 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z “Basically, there was a huge spike particulate matter pollution last night. It’s still lingering around today, but I expect it wont last tomorrow,” Dr. Westervelt said. Holiday Fireworks Worsen Air Quality Nationwide 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z 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 Peatlands like the Okefenokee Swamp also tend to burn slowly, Mr. Wen said, releasing more particulate matter into the air. The Emerging Science of Tracing Smoke Back to Wildfires 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Those upgrades don’t do much to reduce the amount of particulate matter and nitrous oxide emissions those locomotives produce, but the industry has made progress with those also. Railroad industry sues to block new locomotive pollution rules in California 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z That suggested that the building might have been pulling in too much outdoor air or lacked filters good enough to trap the particulate matter. Through Pandemics and Wildfires, Can Air Sensors Keep Offices Safe? 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Last year, Lahore had the world’s highest average concentration of fine particulate matter at nearly 100 micrograms per cubic meter of air. For many cities around the world, bad air an inescapable part of life 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z “The closer you are, the more particulate matter exposure you’re going to have.” About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Dr. Ford and others have studied wildfire smoke patterns, as well as the resulting exposure to particulate matter pollution. The Emerging Science of Tracing Smoke Back to Wildfires 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Breathing in fine particulate matter from smoke, known as PM2.5, can contribute to respiratory, cardiovascular and other health problems, especially for vulnerable groups. As smoke blankets the U.S., take some tips from WA to reduce exposure 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z The assessment was based on the readings of indoor air-quality sensors that were tracking the real-time levels of pollutants, including the fine particulate matter that makes wildfire smoke so hazardous. Through Pandemics and Wildfires, Can Air Sensors Keep Offices Safe? 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z "No, particulate matter is very fine soot," he said. "There's no health risk": Fox Newsers dismiss public health advice amid dangerous wildfire smoke 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z On July 4 and 5, fine particulate matter levels across the country rise by 42 percent on average, according to a 2015 study by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z One aspect of the study Dr. Ford took issue with was treating all human exposure to particulate matter in smoke the same, no matter where it happened. The Emerging Science of Tracing Smoke Back to Wildfires 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z As of this morning, Philadelphia had the largest concentrations of fine particulate matter. Wildfire Smoke Envelops the U.S. 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z The company installed a system that tracked particulate matter, volatile organic compounds and carbon dioxide, which was an especially important indicator during the pandemic. Through Pandemics and Wildfires, Can Air Sensors Keep Offices Safe? 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z The largest concentrations of fine particulate matter were in and around Philadelphia, where the authorities had issued a “code red” air quality alert. When Will It End? Sooner for the Northeast, Later for Elsewhere. 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z Alongside the fireworks party, particulate matter pollution can rise as much as 370 percent. About Those July 4 Fireworks and Climate Change 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z While ozone levels are currently high in some areas, particulate matter is the major driver of the poor air quality in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic region in recent days. How to Use the Air Quality Index 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z But what we’re smelling is not just the particulate matter; we’re smelling what we call volatile organic compounds, which are also not safe. How to Protect Yourself from Smoky Wildfire Air 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z During the day, the ventilation system pulled the smoky air through high-quality filters, which trapped pollutants and kept the indoor particulate matter readings low. Through Pandemics and Wildfires, Can Air Sensors Keep Offices Safe? 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z In New York City, air quality measurements were among the worst on record because of high levels of the particulate matter that scientists call PM2.5. How Long Will Wildfire Smoke Last, and Where Will It Spread? 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Exposure to fine particulate matter poses serious health risks, leading to respiratory infections, cancer, cardiovascular diseases and premature deaths. World Bank lends $50.8 mln to cut air pollution in Bosnian region 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z This is normal for wildfire smoke, which poses its main public health threat via particulate matter, according to the EPA. How to Use the Air Quality Index 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z You won't get protection from the gas components or volatile organic compounds, but masks may protect from the particulate matter. How to Protect Yourself from Smoky Wildfire Air 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Around 3 p.m., there was a blip: One sensor detected rising levels of particulate matter. Through Pandemics and Wildfires, Can Air Sensors Keep Offices Safe? 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Exposure to pollutants — specifically, fine particulate matter — is often disproportionately experienced by Black and Hispanic populations, while the emissions are disproportionately caused by white populations. Black children are more likely to have asthma. A lot comes down to where they live 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z The cerumen in the canal is also carried outwards, taking with it any dirt, dust, and particulate matter that may have gathered in the canal. Fundamentals of Biology 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z AirNow’s interactive map allows users to check levels of particulate matter of different sizes, as well as ozone, because these types of pollutants can have slightly different health effects. How to Use the Air Quality Index 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z It has a record of pollution rule violations, reaching settlements in 2019 and 2022 over releases of sooty “particulate matter” linked to asthma and other respiratory diseases. BP subsidiary agrees to record $40M penalty and pollution-cutting steps at Lake Michigan refinery 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z Climate change is making it “harder to protect human health” due to high ozone levels and spikes in fine particulate matter related to drought, wildfires and heat, the report found. Report finds that heat, drought and fires worsen air in the West 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z It's not clear if the particulate matter is dangerous to breathe or touch, or if it will pollute the soil. Massive, exploded SpaceX rocket devastated a town and a wildlife reserve — and locals are furious 2023-04-28T04:00:00Z NOx can cause ground-level ozone, acid rain, particulate matter, global warming, water quality deterioration, and visual impairment. Marathon to pay $27.5 million for failing to curb California plant pollution 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z The agency is currently reviewing both the particulate matter and ozone standards. 1 in 3 Americans breathe unhealthy air, new report says 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z The research could inform a crucial E.P.A. decision to tighten limits on fine particulate matter. 7 Inspiring Reads for Earth Day 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z The research could inform a crucial Environmental Protection Agency decision to tighten limits on fine particulate matter. E.P.A. to Tighten Limits on Mercury and Other Pollutants From Power Plants 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z “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 The Environmental Protection Agency continued monitoring the air around the derailment Friday, but officials said the agency hasn’t found any worrisome levels of contaminants or particulate matter. Cleanup begins after fiery Minnesota ethanol derailment 2023-03-31T04:00:00Z And particulate matter pollution bypasses the human body's natural defenses to enter the deepest part of the lungs. 1 in 3 Americans breathe unhealthy air, new report says 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z In the short term, inhaling fine particulate matter has been linked with premature mortality, bronchitis and other health problems in people with preexisting heart or lung diseases. Drought, heat waves could worsen air pollution for vulnerable communities 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z The Environmental Protection Agency is considering new standards for the maximum amount of fine particulate matter, tiny specks about one-thirtieth the diameter of a human hair that can penetrate the lungs, in outdoor air. Cleaner Air Helps Everyone. It Helps Black Communities a Lot. 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z Phillips 66 projects the conversion will reduce emissions of certain federally regulated air pollutants, such as benzene, sulfur dioxide, and particulate matter. Huge Phillips 66 biofuels project will test the industry’s green promises 2023-03-21T04:00:00Z California’s new policies include stricter pollution limits for heavy-duty vehicles — such as delivery vans, garbage trucks and 18-wheelers — that require them to cut emissions of nitrogen oxide and particulate matter. Biden will let California lead on electric trucks, despite industry protest 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, exposure to fine particulate matter decreased in Europe and northern America. Nearly everyone is exposed to unhealthy levels of tiny air pollutants, study says 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z The result is an increase in emissions of greenhouse gasses, sulfur dioxide, fine particulate matter and nitrogen oxides, study authors say. Drought, heat waves could worsen air pollution for vulnerable communities 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z The new research could inform a crucial Environmental Protection Agency decision to tighten limits on fine particulate matter, including soot, which can come from construction sites, smokestacks, diesel trucks, power plants and other industrial activity. Cleaner Air Helps Everyone. It Helps Black Communities a Lot. 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z The data also showed that there was no statistically significant relationship from any of the data between asthma and the main particulate matter produced from the combustion of natural gas. Major flaws discovered in studies used to bolster efforts to ban gas stoves 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z The ships transporting these companies' clothes, computers, knickknacks, and other goods also released thousands of metric tons of cancer- and asthma-inducing nitrous oxide and particulate matter into port communities. Walmart, Target, Home Depot lead pack of retailers emitting millions of pounds of CO2 via shipping 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z Countries in the Amazon, such as Brazil, showed higher levels of particulate matter during August and September, potentially associated with emissions from farmers clearing land with fire, known as slash-and-burn cultivation. Nearly everyone is exposed to unhealthy levels of tiny air pollutants, study says 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z Officials have detected some of those chemicals in the nearby waterway and particulate matter in the air from the fire. How dangerous was the Ohio chemical train derailment? An expert assesses 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z Wildfire smoke is also a major source of particulate matter pollution. Cleaner Air Helps Everyone. It Helps Black Communities a Lot. 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z Those pollutants expose residents to dangerous levels of ozone and particulate matter that can cause respiratory conditions, cardiovascular disease, and other illnesses. California is racing to electrify trucks. Can the industry keep up? 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z The resulting heat pulse vaporized rock and sparked wildfires across much of the planet, followed by a years-long impact winter as a choking cloud of particulate matter blocked out the sun. An asteroid will just miss us in 2029. Scientists are making the most of a rare opportunity 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z Previous studies have linked fine particulate matter with brain diseases and decreased cognitive function; the new investigation used a controlled method to focus on the pollutants’ effects on high-pressure, rapid-fire decision-making. News at a glance: Diversity in STEM degrees, risky glacial lakes, and low-carbon construction 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z There was also a lot of combusted particulate matter. How dangerous was the Ohio chemical train derailment? An expert assesses 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z The second is gravity: if some particulate matter is heavier than the air, it will eventually fall back to Earth. The Doomsday Clock is an imperfect metaphor — but the existential danger is all too real 2023-02-05T05:00:00Z In just the past few months, particulate matter exceeded federal air quality standards for six consecutive days, and hydrogen sulfide levels were above Pennsylvania’s standard for more than 20. Opinion | Green steel is within our reach 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z Emissions of harmful pollutants like particulate matter, volatile organic compounds, and nitrogen oxides will also increase. This New York crypto lawsuit aims to settle a key climate law loophole 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z Proximity to high traffic volume has significant health consequences: Even at moderate levels, particulate matter can damage the short- and long-term health of children, seniors and anyone with respiratory illness. Building bridges to the future: Infrastructure, the climate crisis and the pandemic 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z The World Health Organization's guideline for annual average exposure to particulate matter is even lower, just 5 micrograms per cubic meter. EPA’s proposed air pollution standards for soot could save thousands of lives 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z Even if we didn’t have measurements, this would be obvious: Gas stoves burn gas, and combustion produces carbon monoxide, fine particulate matter and other unlovely byproducts you don’t want in your house. Opinion | Environmentalists have a blind spot in the debate over gas stoves 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z Now, the EPA wants to impose even higher requirements for particulate matter. ExxonMobil, once a loud climate skeptic, had accurately forecast global warming 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z Burning any of these materials as kindling puts heavy particulate matter into the air and can increase AQI levels, an air pollution expert said. Do you know fireplace safety? Test your knowledge with these winter tips 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z That proximity to the high volume of traffic has consequences for the I-710 corridor, including significantly higher exposure to pollutants and particulate matter concentrations. Building bridges to the future: Infrastructure, the climate crisis and the pandemic 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z Late last week, the Environmental Protection Agency proposed tighter limits to one of the country's most dangerous air pollutants: fine particulate matter, or soot. EPA’s proposed air pollution standards for soot could save thousands of lives 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z “Fine particulate matter is both deadly and extremely costly,” Regan said, adding that strengthening the standard would deliver “transformative benefits” nationally. EPA seeks tighter limits on soot, one of the deadliest air pollutants 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z “Fine particulate matter is both deadly and extremely costly.” EPA proposes new standards for most dangerous type of air pollution 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z The draft rule proposes lowering the particulate matter standard from a limit of 12 micrograms per cubic meter to a level between 9 and 10 micrograms per cubic meter. Biden Administration Moves to Tighten Limits on Deadly Air Pollution 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z "Even at moderate levels, particulate matter harms the short- and long-term health of people sensitive to it — typically young children, senior citizens, and people with respiratory illnesses," the USC Program reported. Building bridges to the future: Infrastructure, the climate crisis and the pandemic 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z Soot is also known as fine particulate matter because its fragments are so small — 2.5 microns in diameter or less. EPA’s proposed air pollution standards for soot could save thousands of lives 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z Wood-burning by households can produce more than 300,000 tons per year of fine particulate matter, or PM 2.5, which is a hazardous air pollutant, according to the EPA’s 2017 National Emissions Inventory. The healthiest ways to light up a fireplace 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z At first, the network relied on inexpensive PurpleAir monitors that only capture readings for easily detectable pollutants like smoke and particulate matter. New data show Houston-area communities are being flooded with chemicals 2022-12-16T05:00:00Z Fine particulate matter comes from smokestacks, construction, trucks, power plants and other industrial activity. Biden Administration Moves to Tighten Limits on Deadly Air Pollution 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z Poorer communities were more exposed to particulate matter and traffic-related pollution like nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide — exposures that appeared to have more of an impact on reading and math abilities during early-childhood development. Young kids who breathe polluted air can fall behind in school, study finds 2022-11-30T05:00:00Z Since 2012, the national annual air quality standard — a number that represents a limit to the average amount of particles in the air outdoors — has been 12 micrograms per cubic meter for fine particulate matter. EPA’s proposed air pollution standards for soot could save thousands of lives 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z Breathing in particulate matter is associated with asthma and serious heart problems, including irregular heart rhythms, heart attacks, strokes and heart failure. The healthiest ways to light up a fireplace 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z They gather real-time readings for ozone, nitrogen oxides and particulate matter. New data show Houston-area communities are being flooded with chemicals 2022-12-16T05:00:00Z The Clean Air Act requires that the federal government to review the science associated with particulate matter every five years and adjust limits accordingly. Biden Administration Moves to Tighten Limits on Deadly Air Pollution 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z Emerging evidence also finds that exposure to fine particulate matter is correlated with reduced cortical thickness and thinner gray matter in the brain, which may influence information processing, learning and memory. Young kids who breathe polluted air can fall behind in school, study finds 2022-11-30T05:00:00Z The last time the matter came under discussion was 2020, when the Trump administration rejected tougher standards on particulate matter, despite public health officials' calls for more stringent protections. EPA’s proposed air pollution standards for soot could save thousands of lives 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z The move would probably result in “significant reductions” of several harmful pollutants, including sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide and particulate matter, the agency said. EPA orders troubled St. Croix refinery to obtain new permit 2022-11-17T05:00:00Z What troubles experts is particulate matter in the air smaller than 2.5 microns across; there are about 25,000 microns in an inch. Toxic wildfire smoke raises health risks across the country 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z “The older the tree, the larger its tree canopy, and it’s the leaves that sequester carbon dioxide, filter particulate matter and remove sulfur dioxide from our air.” Chicago voters oppose cutting down thousands of trees in Jackson Park and South Shore for Obama Center, golf project 2022-11-14T05:00:00Z Where do ground level ozone and particulate matter fit in? Climate Change Is Fueling a Public Health Crisis. Doctors Need to Address This 2022-11-14T05:00:00Z Maryland can significantly reduce premature deaths, asthma, lung cancer and heart attacks, permitting easy breathing by joining California in its quest to eliminate truck and bus carbon emissions, along with particulate matter. Opinion | Maryland might follow California on banning diesel trucks 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z The nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide and particulate matter these stoves produce directly cause airway inflammation, interfere with breathing and accelerate climate change. Electrification: End indoor gas cooking 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z With his mobile unit, Bein can measure particulate matter in the air, take samples back to his lab and then determine their toxicology and chemical compositions. Toxic wildfire smoke raises health risks across the country 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z Air pollution is typically caused by tiny particulate matter produced by burning coal, gasoline, wood, chemicals and other materials. India’s Air Quality Is Dreadfully Bad. Again. 2022-11-04T04:00:00Z Burning the fuel is a significant source of harmful pollutants including ground-level ozone and particulate matter that can lead to respiratory diseases in children. A profound change is coming to American school buses 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z Particle pollution or fine particulate matter, the main component of wildfire smoke, is 10 to 30 times thinner than human hair and can be inhaled deep into lungs and enter the bloodstream. Prolonged poor air quality in WA hits highest mark in past decade 2022-10-22T04:00:00Z Health researchers and air quality experts are most concerned about tiny pieces referred to as particulate matter 2.5. People Exposed to Harmful Wildfire Smoke Often Live Far from Lung Specialists 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z “The warehouses bring with them trucks producing diesel particulate matter,” Ms. Gómez Reyes said, noting an American Lung Association report this year that found that those counties were among the worst for annual particulate pollution. As Warehouses Multiply, Some Cities Say: Enough 2022-10-10T04:00:00Z The particulate matter penetrates the lungs and the bloodstream, worsening asthma and other lung disorders. India’s Air Quality Is Dreadfully Bad. Again. 2022-11-04T04:00:00Z The analysis began with satellite data to map the geographic spread of particulate matter from above and incorporated ground-level monitors to measure pollution where it matters most to human health. Wildfire smoke is erasing progress on clean air 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z It found that seniors living in areas with high levels of fine particulate matter were more likely to experience cognitive problems than people living in less polluted areas. A potential connection between dementia and air pollution 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z The concentration of fine particulate matter is one of five gauges used to calculate the Air Quality Index, a numerical and color-coded index used to let the public know about local air pollution levels. People Exposed to Harmful Wildfire Smoke Often Live Far from Lung Specialists 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z Genevieve Amsalem, research and policy director of the Central California Environmental Justice Network, said dairy farms contribute to half of the particulate matter pollution in the San Joaquin Valley. Another California exodus: Dairy cows leave for greener pastures in Texas, Arizona as farms squeezed 2022-09-16T04:00:00Z The judge also wrote that the permits would go against EPA standards for 24-hour exposure to soot, also called “fine particulate matter,” and nitrogen dioxide, which contributes to ozone formation. Louisiana judge tosses permits for $9.4B plastics complex 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Both cases involved releases of sooty “particulate matter,” which is linked to asthma and other respiratory and cardiovascular illnesses. BP reaches $2.75M deal over Indiana refinery pollution 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z In 2019, her work showed that higher levels of fine particulate matter are linked to more hospitalizations among older adults with dementia — a marker of disease progression. A potential connection between dementia and air pollution 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z By measure of PM 2.5—particulate matter smaller than 2.5 microns that can embed in human lungs and enter the bloodstream—23 of the top 25 cities were in the West or Alaska. The Hidden Toll of Wildfires 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z These include the hair and mucus in the nasal cavity that trap dust, dirt, and other particulate matter before they can enter the system. Biology for AP Courses 2022-06-09T00:00:00Z His resolution says gas blowers create air pollution and excessive noise, aggravating those nearby, stirring up particulate matter and posing health risks, particularly to the workers who use them. Seattle City Council moves toward outlawing gas-powered leaf blowers 2022-08-20T04:00:00Z That study took both greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants like particulate matter into consideration. Heat pumps: what they do and why they’re hot now 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z From 2000 to 2019, she noted, average annual fine particulate matter pollution decreased 43 percent nationally because of efforts to improve air quality. A potential connection between dementia and air pollution 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z They were interested in the same aerosols, particulate matter and gases getting attention from FIREX-AQ, but their measurements were far coarser. The Hidden Toll of Wildfires 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z This causes a persistent cough, as the lungs try to rid themselves of particulate matter, and makes smokers more susceptible to respiratory ailments. Biology for AP Courses 2022-06-09T00:00:00Z When he sucked particulate matter from the Beijing skies, passersby for the most part ignored the man dragging an industrial-sized vacuum on a cart. A Chinese artist fights pollution with rock music 2022-07-26T04:00:00Z The government has instituted several environmental regulations over the past few decades aiming to reduce sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, mercury and other hazardous air pollutants emitted by the electric power sector. 3 reasons US coal power is disappearing – and a Supreme Court ruling won’t save it 2022-07-30T04:00:00Z If you live in the western United States, where wildfires disseminating fine particulate matter have become more common, “wear a KN95 mask” on days when fires are affecting air quality in your area, Gerber said. A potential connection between dementia and air pollution 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z We know that chronic exposure to fine particulate matter, which is in all smoke, can lead to heart and lung disease, irregular heartbeats and aggravated asthma, among other issues. The Hidden Toll of Wildfires 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z When high winds kick up a lot of fine sediment, smaller particulate matter can enter the bloodstream of those who inhale it. A looming ecological crisis in the Great Salt Lake isn't that far off 2022-07-29T04:00:00Z The railroad said the improvements being made to these locomotives should help reduce some of the particulate matter and nitrous oxide emissions, but it didn’t have an estimate of how much those will improve. Union Pacific to spend $1B to upgrade 600 older locomotives 2022-07-26T04:00:00Z Wildfires raging across Portugal, Spain and France in recent days have released choking smoke containing fine, inhalable particulate matter known as PM 2.5. Air pollution surges as heatwave sweeps across Europe 2022-07-19T04:00:00Z The most commonly found air pollutants are particulate matter, ground-level ozone, carbon monoxide, sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, and lead. Environmental Biology 2018-09-06T00:00:00Z These epithelial cells are found in the lining of the fallopian tubes and parts of the respiratory system, where the beating of the cilia helps remove particulate matter. Anatomy and Physiology 2013-06-19T00:00:00Z When high winds kick up a lot of fine sediment, smaller particulate matter can enter the bloodstream of those who inhale it. A looming ecological crisis in the Great Salt Lake isn't that far off 2022-07-29T04:00:00Z Coal plants are large emitters of air pollutants such as particulate matter, sulfur dioxide and mercury, which are covered under the Clean Air Act. Hope Dims that the U.S. Can Meet 2030 Climate Goals 2022-07-08T04:00:00Z “Fine particulate matter levels on July 4th and July 5th are typically among the worst days of the year in the South Coast Air Basin,” the advisory said. Poor air quality lingering in Los Angeles after Fourth of July firework shows 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Agricultural sources arise from operations that raise animals and grow crops, which can generate emissions of gases and particulate matter. Environmental Biology 2018-09-06T00:00:00Z Although carbon dioxide is not a health hazard, many other pollutants that are harmful to the respiratory system, like particulate matter and nitrogen oxides, are typically emitted along with them. Environmental justice advocates slam Supreme Court ruling 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z The law was conceived as an attempt to limit pollutants like particulate matter, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide, which coal plants produce en masse. Supreme Court Decision Hinders EPA, But Leaves Avenues Open for Climate Regulation 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z The burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil and natural gas harms human health directly through the inhalation of microscopic particulate matter into the lungs and indirectly through climate change. Regulating Power Plants Is a Health Issue 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z The South Coast Air Quality Management District warned residents that breathing in fine particulate matter can lead to “cardiovascular and respiratory health effects,” such as coughing, difficulty breathing, decreased lung function or even heart attacks. Poor air quality lingering in Los Angeles after Fourth of July firework shows 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z However, wood smoke contains harmful pollutants like carbon monoxide and particulate matter. Environmental Biology 2018-09-06T00:00:00Z Since 1970, EPA action under the Clean Air Act has led to a significant drop in major pollutants like particulate matter and nitrogen oxides. The Supreme Court is about to decide a major climate court case 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z Residents have received assurances that the level of particulate matter in their neighborhood isn’t hazardous, but some doubt those standards protect human health. Some people in this Montana mining town worry about the dust next door 2022-06-25T04:00:00Z Fine particulate matter has been viewed as one of the preeminent threats to public health. Pollution from California's 2020 wildfires likely offset decades of air quality gains 2022-06-17T04:00:00Z The first stage of carbon capture is actually cleaning up the particulate matter. Can Carbon Capture Be Part of the Climate Solution? 2022-06-13T04:00:00Z Compared to petroleum diesel, biodiesel combustion produces less sulfur oxides, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and unburned and other hydrocarbons, but it produces more nitrogen oxide. Environmental Biology 2018-09-06T00:00:00Z The draft rule seeks to rein in nitrogen oxide emissions, which are precursors for harmful particulate matter and ozone. The EPA Plans to Rein in Truck Pollution to Ease Asthma, But It May Not Go Far Enough 2022-06-08T04:00:00Z Now, the Environmental Protection Agency is evaluating whether its threshold for the density of harmful particulate matter should be lowered, saying it may not go far enough. Some people in this Montana mining town worry about the dust next door 2022-06-25T04:00:00Z In September 2021, the World Health Organization lowered its recommended guideline from 10 micrograms of particulate matter per cubic meter to 5, a revision scientists say signals that lower levels are detrimental to human health. Pollution from California's 2020 wildfires likely offset decades of air quality gains 2022-06-17T04:00:00Z Why can’t we regulate nitrogen runoff and greenhouse gas emissions the same way the Clean Air Act regulates particulate matter and carbon monoxide? Perspective | 4 ways to reduce the environmental cost of food 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z Fine particulate matter, the main pollutant in wildfire smoke, is made up of tiny, unburned particles from incinerated materials suspended in the air. Track wildfires, air pollution and drought conditions throughout Washington, Oregon and British Columbia 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z EPA only calculates the monetized health benefits from reductions in particulate matter and ozone, EPA spokesperson Taylor Gillespie confirmed in an email. The EPA Plans to Rein in Truck Pollution to Ease Asthma, But It May Not Go Far Enough 2022-06-08T04:00:00Z He said it uses 240-ton trucks to water the mine’s gravel roads and air filtration systems to trap particulate matter. Some people in this Montana mining town worry about the dust next door 2022-06-25T04:00:00Z It's the particulate matter and benzene trail that heavy-duty trucks leave in the air, the smog and dust coating homes, the light spilling inside all night. A "warehouse" by any other name 2022-06-04T04:00:00Z Heavy-duty trucks are the largest mobile source of nitrogen oxides, which can react in the atmosphere to form toxic pollutants like ozone and particulate matter. New, Stronger Rules for Truck Pollution Still Would Not Meet Air Quality Goals 2022-05-26T04:00:00Z Check the air quality level and fine particulate matter concentration in your area here: Track wildfires, air pollution and drought conditions throughout Washington, Oregon and British Columbia 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z The Southwest, for example, would retain 95 percent of the benefits if it moved alone to eliminate fine particulate matter. Cutting air pollution from fossil fuels would save 50,000 lives a year, study says 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z Since the U.S. regulation was introduced in 2014, direct injection fuel technology, which improves fuel efficiency, has increased the amount of particulate matter gasoline cars emit, industry experts say. Lacking filters, U.S. cars set to emit a septillion more particles - research 2022-04-27T04:00:00Z Flanked by three state highways, the 180, the 41 and the 99, the neighborhood already receives more 2.5-micrometer particulate matter pollution than 97 percent of the state's counties, according to the California Environmental Protection Agency. A "warehouse" by any other name 2022-06-04T04:00:00Z While EPA has no plans to tighten NOx limits in their own right, those criteria pollutants are one of the major contributors to particulate matter as well as ozone. New, Stronger Rules for Truck Pollution Still Would Not Meet Air Quality Goals 2022-05-26T04:00:00Z Oil and gas wells release a slew of air pollutants, including volatile organic compounds, smog-forming compounds, and fine particulate matter. Historically redlined neighborhoods have twice the number of oil and gas wells 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z Researchers from the National Resources Defense Council and the University of California, San Francisco recently found that the diesel-based particulate matter inside school buses can be up to 10 times higher than outside the vehicle. Can the EPA make school buses greener? 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z “These emission reductions will help stabilize the climate and reduce the risk of severe drought and wildfire and its consequent fine particulate matter pollution,” the state plan says. California Reveals Its Plan to Phase Out New Gas-Powered Cars by 2035 2022-04-13T04:00:00Z Wildfire smoke contains fine particulate matter called PM 2.5, which can enter the lungs and bloodstream to create serious health problems. Pregnancy becomes a more vulnerable time with climate change 2022-04-11T04:00:00Z “There is emerging evidence that particulate matter impacts other organs and causes other diseases as well.” WHO says 99% of world’s population breathes poor-quality air 2022-04-04T04:00:00Z Additionally, concentrations of the particulate matter remained high well after smoking had ended. Careful, cannabis users: Bongs may create more secondhand smoke than cigarettes 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z A 2017 study partially funded by the EPA found that among children, more exposure to higher levels of fine particulate matter is strongly associated with an increased risk of asthma and death. New maps show strong correlation between redlined places in Seattle and worse air quality 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z It's the first global air quality report based on the WHO's new pollution guidelines, which suggest that average annual readings of hazardous fine particulate matter, or PM 2.5, not exceed 5 micrograms per cubic meter. Every single country is failing the WHO’s new air quality standards 2022-03-27T04:00:00Z To keep the particulate matter out of his lungs, he strapped on an N95 mask. Blisters. Hallucinations: A hiker's grueling attempt to cross Death Valley in four days 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z Exposure to fine particulate matter from burning wood can also harm the body's respiratory immune response, increasing the risk of a respiratory infection — including Covid-19. Wood-burning stoves raise new health concerns 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z To perform the study, researchers measured concentrations of particulate matter in a home before, during and after bong-smoking sessions of between 90 and 180 minutes with the doors and windows closed. Careful, cannabis users: Bongs may create more secondhand smoke than cigarettes 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z If the Smart Monitor could also act on humidity, VOCs, CO, and particulate matter, it would be much easier to recommend. Amazon’s Smart Air Quality Monitor review: not smart enough 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z In the atmosphere, NOx reacts with volatile organic compounds to form fine particulate matter capable of penetrating deep into our lungs, as well as ozone — the main ingredient in smog. The Biden administration is updating truck pollution standards 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z His research has shown that Black, Hispanic and Asian Americans are exposed to higher levels of harmful particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide. Seattle residents drive movement to tear out Highway 99 in South Park 2022-02-19T05:00:00Z Nationwide, woodsmoke from residential burning contributes about 6 percent of all fine particulate matter emissions, according to the EPA's 2017 National Emissions Inventory. Wood-burning stoves raise new health concerns 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z Fine particulate matter from exhaust tailpipes, smokestacks and fires gets absorbed deep into the lungs and can cause respiratory and heart disease. White House Takes Aim at Environmental Racism, but Won’t Mention Race 2022-02-15T05:00:00Z If you have an Amazon Smart Thermostat or similar, an Echo Show, and an interest in how high your particulate matter is, you may get some use out of the Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor. Amazon’s Smart Air Quality Monitor review: not smart enough 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z The researchers estimate that about a third of the deaths attributed to particulate matter could have been avoided if cities had met the WHO guidelines. Urban air pollution affects 2.5 billion people worldwide, study says 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z Even small exposure to diesel emissions and particulate matter is shown to increase chances of early death. Seattle residents drive movement to tear out Highway 99 in South Park 2022-02-19T05:00:00Z Last year, a study by Harvard University and British researchers found that nearly 9 million people around the world died in 2018 from inhaling the particulate matter of fossil fuel pollution. What voting rights mean for the planet 2022-02-05T05:00:00Z Between 85,000 and 200,000 premature deaths each year are linked to fine particulate matter, according to a study published last year in Science Advances. White House Takes Aim at Environmental Racism, but Won’t Mention Race 2022-02-15T05:00:00Z Tightening the air quality standard for particulate matter in the United States would prevent premature deaths in older people, a study has found. News at a glance: Mysterious space filaments, damaged dinosaur tracks, and edible worms 2022-02-02T05:00:00Z Considered the leading environmental risk factor for disease, particulate matter can damage the heart and lungs, leading to cardiovascular disease, respiratory infection, lung cancer and more. Urban air pollution affects 2.5 billion people worldwide, study says 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z A recent study by the Environmental Protection Agency showed that particulate matter air pollution adversely affects Americans of color regardless of their state or income level. Biden’s focus on environmental justice led to a year of progress — and burnout 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z Exposure to fine particulate matter has long been linked to respiratory illness and impaired cognitive development in children. Even Low Levels of Soot Can Be Deadly to Older People, Research Finds 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z The coroner, Philip Barlow, recommended lowering the legal limit of particulate matter in the air and improving public awareness. Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah: Vigil to mark birthday of girl killed by toxic air 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z On Sunday, Beijing residents’ air pollution apps turned purple, the color indicating a “very unhealthy” level of tiny particulate matter. Heavy smog blankets Beijing ahead of Olympics as authorities pledge to clean up the air 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z Last year, for the first time, the city hit nationally set targets for average concentration of PM2.5, tiny particulate matter that is harmful to health. In parched Beijing, claims of a ‘green’ Olympics may not hold water 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z Heavy-duty vehicles are one of the largest contributors to NOx emissions - a precursor of ozone and particulate matter formation. California's battle to cut emissions with biofuels burns in new truck engines 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z Earlier research has found that exposure to particulate matter contributed to about 20,000 deaths a year. Even Low Levels of Soot Can Be Deadly to Older People, Research Finds 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z Next month, the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is due to publish emissions of key air pollutants, including particulate matter, for 2020. Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah: Vigil to mark birthday of girl killed by toxic air 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z By comparing mortality rates in Beijing that summer to those in other cities in China, economists estimated that a 10 percent decrease in the particulate matter known as PM10 prevented about 196,000 premature deaths. Heavy smog blankets Beijing ahead of Olympics as authorities pledge to clean up the air 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z Those diesel engines spew microscopic bits of pollution called fine particulate matter, which are 30 times smaller than the width of a human hair, roughly 2.5 microns in diameter. To skirt air pollution oversight, states can play hide and seek 2022-01-19T05:00:00Z In August, breaking with years of precedent, the department abruptly reversed its position on the damages wrought by “fine, particulate matter,” including burn pits. The Soldiers Came Home Sick. The Government Denied It Was Responsible. 2022-01-11T05:00:00Z The Trump administration opted not to strengthen the standard when it conducted the most recent review, despite growing scientific evidence of the harm to public health caused by particulate matter. Even Low Levels of Soot Can Be Deadly to Older People, Research Finds 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z As the fires peaked on Aug. 21, 2020, scientists estimated that a record-breaking 46 million people—half the population of the western U.S.—were exposed to dangerous combinations of ozone and particulate matter pollution. Wildfires Are Fueling a Toxic Combo of Air Pollutants 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z Condensable fine particulate matter is a form of soot that leaves the smokestack as a gas before solidifying into particles when it cools. Harmful soot unchecked as Big Oil battles EPA over testing 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z These vehicles are also responsible for large quantities of pollutants, including nitrogen oxide and particulate matter, which have been linked to multiple health issues like premature deaths, asthma, pulmonary cancer, and cardiovascular disease. In an East Coast first, New Jersey will phase out diesel trucks 2022-01-02T05:00:00Z In addition to being responsible for nearly a quarter of US greenhouse gas emissions, cars are a big source of pollutants like particulate matter, which disproportionately affect Americans of color. The EV revolution’s next big roadblock: access to chargers 2021-12-20T05:00:00Z "The replacement of diesel with renewable diesel and green hydrogen will reduce harmful fine particulate matter emissions in disadvantaged communities," the council said in a draft plan released in October. U.S. energy firms push states for carbon markets to spur renewable fuel growth 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z Both ground-level ozone, a major ingredient in smog, and particulate matter, or tiny pollution particles like soot from smoke, are hazardous to human health. Wildfires Are Fueling a Toxic Combo of Air Pollutants 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z In Texas, which has the largest number of refineries in the country, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality said it does not have plans to tighten restrictions on particulate matter, a spokesman said. Harmful soot unchecked as Big Oil battles EPA over testing 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z Without sulfur, the emissions are cleaner, and without those aromatic compounds, SAF also emits much less particulate matter than traditional fuel. Sustainable Aviation Fuel Aces Helicopter and Plane Flight Tests 2021-12-03T05:00:00Z Its high-temperature processing units release tiny “particulate matter,” or soot, which is linked to asthma and other respiratory and cardiovascular illnesses. BP agrees to $500K penalty, soot limits at Indiana refinery 2021-12-02T05:00:00Z We know that people of color suffer more from asthma, heart attacks and lung cancer, and we know that the fine particulate matter that the compressor station would emit would exacerbate these preexisting health conditions. Opinion | On environmental justice, the Mountain Valley Pipeline is an old story 2021-11-26T05:00:00Z It found that events involving dangerous combinations of both ozone and fine particulate matter have increased in every way over the last 20 years. Wildfires Are Fueling a Toxic Combo of Air Pollutants 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z Residents in the capital Santa Cruz had been advised to wear masks for the first time since the eruption began due to high concentrations of particulate matter and sulphur dioxide in the air, he said. Coastal towns locked down in La Palma as lava crashes into ocean 2021-11-22T05:00:00Z A monitor measuring the levels of dangerous particulate matter showed that the air it spit out was slightly cleaner, but far from what the World Health Organization considers safe. New Delhi’s Air Turns Toxic, and the Finger-Pointing Begins 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z Around the world, researchers closely track levels of airborne particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter — known as PM 2.5 — because it can lodge in the lungs and other organs, causing long-term health damage. EXPLAINER: Why India has repeated air pollution problems 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z Much of the particulate matter is coming from crop-burning in India’s northern agricultural heartland, where farmers are burning their stubble to clear fields during an unusually short window. China declares coal peak, India readies pollution lockdown days after U.N. climate summit 2021-11-15T05:00:00Z They also increase the odds of wildfires, which produce large volumes of particulate matter and also increase the production of ozone. Wildfires Are Fueling a Toxic Combo of Air Pollutants 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z You could prioritize where to deploy the EVs so no particulate matter spews into those neighborhoods. How an outdoorsy engineer is working to cut transportation pollution around disadvantaged communities 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z Some of the particulate matter from some of those wildfires out west have made it all the way to Michigan, where I live. Americans are "ignorant" about lung health — at their own peril 2021-11-13T05:00:00Z As for the long-standing environmental hazards, Mann cited significant declines in smog and particulate matter and said greater reductions are on the way as the search continues for additional strategies to improve air quality. Column: In Carson, the stink will go away soon. The bigger problems won't 2021-11-13T05:00:00Z Exercising indoors with others is a high risk for covid transmission, while high levels of ozone and particulate matter outdoors are dangerous to human health. Western boom cities see spike in harmful ozone 2021-11-12T05:00:00Z The researchers found that there’s an increased risk of combined ozone and particulate matter pollution during atmospheric ridging events. Wildfires Are Fueling a Toxic Combo of Air Pollutants 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z This inflatable playground on display at COP26 removes carbon and particulate matter from the air and releases oxygen in its place. How this bouncy castle is good for the environment 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z While the agency strictly regulates “criteria” air pollutants like particulate matter, it doesn’t set limits on emissions of over 180 so-called hazardous air pollutants. Go read this investigation on the toxic air crisis plaguing American communities 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z Another recent study showed that fine particulate matter in wildfire smoke was linked to an increase in covid-19 cases in California and Washington state. Wildfire smoke harms more people in the Eastern U.S. than West, study shows 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z Ozone is "the second-most dangerous widespread pollutant after particulate matter, and we know it impacts not just your lungs." Western boom cities see spike in harmful ozone 2021-11-12T05:00:00Z Other particulate matter may cause shortness of breath, chest congestion or wheezing. How — and when — to check indoor air quality in your home 2021-10-17T04:00:00Z Sigler wants to set aside more of the budget to support neighborhoods surrounding Sea-Tac Airport and address noise pollution and particulate matter from planes. Aligned on objectives, candidates for Port of Seattle Commission pitch different routes on how to get there 2021-10-22T04:00:00Z Another recent study showed that fine particulate matter in wildfire smoke was linked to an increase in COVID-19 cases in California and Washington state. Wildfire smoke harms more people in eastern U.S. than in West, study shows 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z They can also contain particulate matter like soot and volcanic ash that was once airborne. How Maori Arrival in New Zealand Was Frozen in Antarctic Ice 2021-10-06T04:00:00Z Rubbish fires at landfills contributed 11% of particulate matter, a major cause of air pollution in the city, according to a 2011 study by India's pollution regulator. The nightmare of India's tallest rubbish mountain 2021-10-17T04:00:00Z And when you’re cooking, turn on the exhaust fan to draw out smoke and particulate matter. How — and when — to check indoor air quality in your home 2021-10-17T04:00:00Z Windows in the tank revealed “heavy particulate matter clouded the water column.” Rotting fish, injuries, dirty water: Feds find care violations at Miami Seaquarium for captive orca Tokitae 2021-10-16T04:00:00Z The team found that the West, which contained higher smoke and particulate matter concentrations since they were closer to fires, showed a larger percentage of asthma-related emergency room visits on smoky days. Wildfire smoke harms more people in eastern U.S. than in West, study shows 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z There are a dozens of reasonably priced air quality monitors on the market, and most measure particulate matter, VOCs, carbon dioxide or some combination of the three. Assessing COVID Risk and More with Air Quality Monitors 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z In 2018, he was part of an agency panel examining particulate matter pollution when it was abruptly dissolved by then-EPA acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler. Biden picks scientist dumped by Trump’s EPA to lead the agency’s research office 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z “You can find them for carbon monoxide, humidity, VOCs and particulate matter. These devices make sense, but they can’t do everything.” How — and when — to check indoor air quality in your home 2021-10-17T04:00:00Z The United Nations agency, in advice to its 194 member states, slashed the recommended maximum levels for several pollutants, including particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, both of which are found in fossil fuel emissions. New WHO air-quality guidelines aim to cut deaths linked to fossil fuels 2021-09-22T04:00:00Z “There’s no safe level of exposure to particulate matter,” says Burke, who co-wrote the study. About 7,000 California preterm births linked to wildfire smoke risks, study says 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z If the priority is tracking air pollution, Wiedinmyer says, “number one, I would look for a PM monitor, since we know that a lot of health impacts are associated with particle levels and particulate matter.” Assessing COVID Risk and More with Air Quality Monitors 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z The new emergency rules in Oregon mandate that employers provide masks that block very fine particulate matter to field workers when the air quality index reaches 100. When Hard Jobs Turn Hazardous 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z She turns the foul mix of particulate matter and ground-level ozone into paintings, drawings and adornment for dinner plates, baby highchairs, books and relentlessly ticking clocks. 11 essential L.A. art exhibitions this fall, from Obama portraits to smog art 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z Others have shut their windows and doors tight, to keep out harmful particulate matter in the air. All-out fight to save Lake Tahoe as Caldor fire forces evacuation warnings 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z Moderna confirmed to Reuters that it had been notified of “cases of particulate matter being seen in drug product vials” of its vaccine” and that it is investigating. World Digest: Aug. 26, 2021 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Takeda said it conducted an emergency examination after particulate matter was found in a lot of vaccine vials at an inoculation site in Japan. Coronavirus live news: Russia reports 820 deaths in a day; Sydney hospitals struggle to cope 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z There are no details of what the "foreign objects" are, but Takeda described it as particulate matter, after which it said conducted an emergency examination. Japan suspends 1.6 million Moderna doses over contamination fears 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Breathing fine particulate matter from wildfire smoke can lead to a variety of health issues, including cardiovascular and respiratory problems, officials said. Smoke from Northern California's wildfires is moving toward Los Angeles 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z City Hall says it shows the average concentration of particulate matter is a third higher at schools in London than in the rest of England. Nearly every London school in high air pollution area, report says 2021-08-16T04:00:00Z Smoke from wildfires contains high levels of dangerous fine particulate matter known as PM 2.5, which is known to blunt the body's white blood cell function in the lungs. Some COVID deaths are linked to Western wildfires, study shows 2021-08-14T04:00:00Z The study found “strong evidence” of a link between increases in particulate matter and risks of covid-19 cases and deaths. ‘This is a very dangerous combination’: New study says wildfire smoke linked to increased covid cases, deaths 2021-08-13T04:00:00Z The study found “strong evidence” of a link between increases in particulate matter and risks of COVID-19 cases and deaths. New study says wildfire smoke leads to higher COVID-19 risks 2021-08-13T04:00:00Z The chemicals in particulate matter can also inflame cells lining the airways and lungs. Wildfire smoke may be linked to hundreds of COVID deaths and thousands of cases, study finds 2021-08-13T04:00:00Z Of the 30 local authorities with the highest particulate matter at schools, all but two were London boroughs. Nearly every London school in high air pollution area, report says 2021-08-16T04:00:00Z PM 2.5, or particulate matter measuring 2.5 micrometers across, can irritate lungs, cause inflammation, alter immune function and increase susceptibility to respiratory infections. Some COVID deaths are linked to Western wildfires, study shows 2021-08-14T04:00:00Z Persistent exposure to particulate matter pollution is associated with cardiovascular diseases and lung cancer. Mediterranean has become a 'wildfire hotspot', EU scientists say 2021-08-04T04:00:00Z When it comes to particulate matter, “the nose is a good early warning system,” he said. From heavy metals to COVID-19, wildfire smoke is more dangerous than you think 2021-07-22T04:00:00Z Researchers are currently investigating whether fine particulate matter can spread the coronavirus. Wildfire smoke may be linked to hundreds of COVID deaths and thousands of cases, study finds 2021-08-13T04:00:00Z “Each unit increase in levels of particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide and ozone were associated with thousands of additional admissions” to hospitals each year, the team reported. Air Pollution’s Invisible Toll on Your Health 2021-06-28T04:00:00Z We are required, because it’s a regulated emissions environment, to make sure that diesel engine performs at a certain emission output, nitrous oxide, particulate matter, etc., and so on. John Deere turned tractors into computers — what’s next? 2021-06-15T04:00:00Z “E.P.A’s decision to reconsider the inadequate national limits on particulate matter is good news for the nation’s lung health,” said Harold Wimmer, chief executive of the American Lung Association. E.P.A. to Review Rules on Soot Linked to Deaths, Which Trump Declined to Tighten 2021-06-10T04:00:00Z A small increase in long-term exposure to small particulate matter also leads to a large increase in COVID-19 death rates, according to a recent Harvard University study. Three Exxon refineries top the list of U.S. polluters 2021-05-28T04:00:00Z In its justification for MATS, the Obama administration accounted for indirect benefits of installing mercury pollution-control equipment at coal plants that included things like reduction of deadly emissions of particulate matter. EPA scraps Trump rule that weakened air pollution regulations 2021-05-13T04:00:00Z People over 75 in the new study were more likely to be hospitalized than those closer to 65, and whites faced a greater risk of admission than Black individuals from exposure to particulate matter. Air Pollution’s Invisible Toll on Your Health 2021-06-28T04:00:00Z But “secondary” particulate matter, which is generated when emissions from farms interact with other gases in the atmosphere, is even more problematic. Air pollution from farms leads to 17,900 U.S. deaths per year, study finds 2021-05-10T04:00:00Z The emissions are a major contributor to smog-causing nitrogen oxides and diesel particulate matter pollution, which are linked to health problems including respiratory conditions. E-Commerce Mega-Warehouses, a Smog Source, Face New Pollution Rule 2021-05-08T04:00:00Z Small particulate matter is among the most harmful pollutants. Three Exxon refineries top the list of U.S. polluters 2021-05-28T04:00:00Z “It continues to be a nightmare for us, all of that particulate matter putting us more at risk of dying from covid. But dirty air doesn’t care whose lungs it damages.” Perspective | Buzzard Point residents have spent years fighting for a cleaner neighborhood. With newcomers, there’s hope there may be action. 2021-05-04T04:00:00Z Past research shows associations between exposure to particulate matter and health problems such as premature death in people with heart or lung disease, heart attacks, irregular heartbeat and asthma. People of color more exposed than whites to air pollution 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z Fine particulate matter air pollution, known as PM 2.5, is harmful to human health and is responsible for 85,000 to 200,000 excess deaths a year in the United States. People of Color Breathe More Hazardous Air. The Sources Are Everywhere. 2021-04-28T04:00:00Z The clean air panel, meanwhile, was split on whether to recommend tougher rules for particulate matter, another pollutant emitted by power plants and cars. EPA dismisses dozens of key science advisers picked under Trump 2021-03-31T04:00:00Z These microscopic specks of soot and liquid, known as particulate matter, are expelled when fuels are burned and inhaled by people. Oil firms knew decades ago fossil fuels posed grave health risks, files reveal 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z Pollutants measured by the concentration of PM2.5, or particulate matter of a size deemed especially harmful, were also dangerously high. The Worst Dust Storm in a Decade Shrouds Beijing and Northern China 2021-03-15T04:00:00Z Said University of Virginia Economics Professor Jonathan Colmer: “By decomposing disparities in fine particulate matter into their component sources, their research shines a light on where researchers, policymakers, and communities might focus efforts going forward.” People of color more exposed than whites to air pollution 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z Many of the homes are off the main gas grid, meaning that, in winter, wood-burning and pellet stoves release particulate matter into the stagnant air. COVID-19's death toll in northern Italy was staggering. Did air pollution play a role? 2021-03-05T05:00:00Z The focus is on exposure to fine particulate matter. Toxic air puts six million at risk of lung damage 2021-02-10T05:00:00Z “There is now very consistent and solid evidence across many countries of the link between fine particulate matter and harm to health,” said Francesca Dominici, a professor of biostatistics at Harvard. Oil firms knew decades ago fossil fuels posed grave health risks, files reveal 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z This particulate matter is known as PM2.5 as the particles are less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter – or about 30 times smaller than the diameter of the average human hair. 'Invisible killer': fossil fuels caused 8.7m deaths globally in 2018, research finds 2021-02-09T05:00:00Z The researchers sorted the Environmental Protection Agency’s emissions inventory of over 5,000 types of fine particulate matter into 14 sources such as industry, passenger cars, diesel trucks, construction and agriculture. People of color more exposed than whites to air pollution 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z The South Coast Air Quality Management District said the advisory for high levels of particulate matter and metal air pollutants would be in effect through Friday morning. New Year’s fireworks could degrade Southern California air 2020-12-31T05:00:00Z Living with air pollution — especially particulate matter — is linked to an increased risk of dying from COVID-19, research found this year. Nature is not healing 2020-12-19T05:00:00Z They suspect that the particulate matter on which they are travelling protects the microbes from ultraviolet radiation, which might kill them off. Wildfire smoke may spread infectious disease 2020-12-17T05:00:00Z The embassy uses its own air quality monitoring equipment to measure PM 2.5 fine particulate matter and define air quality. Air pollution in eastern Europe adds to pandemic health woes 2020-12-17T05:00:00Z President Donald Trump's Environmental Protection Agency was accused Monday of putting "the health of tens of millions of Americans at risk" after rejecting science-backed, strengthened standards for particulate matter pollution, commonly known as soot. On way out the door, Trump EPA rejects tightening deadly soot pollution standards 2020-12-12T05:00:00Z Ultimately, Wheeler decided this spring to maintain the existing standards for fine particulate matter. Trump administration rejects tougher standards on soot, a deadly air pollutant 2020-12-07T05:00:00Z Ultimately, Wheeler decided this spring to maintain the existing standards for fine particulate matter — the nation’s most widespread deadly pollutant. Trump administration rejects tougher standards on soot, a deadly air pollutant 2020-12-07T05:00:00Z She also called the city’s attention to a 2002 Harvard University article focused on small particulate matter generated by the five power plants in the Washington area, including the one in Alexandria. Alexandria power plant along the Potomac to become mixed-use project 2020-11-25T05:00:00Z They also found that the virus’s genetic material, its RNA, was present in particulate matter. Cutting Diesel Exhaust Could Lessen COVID Spread in Cities 2020-11-12T05:00:00Z Air quality in Los Angeles is suffering as a result of the particulate matter, with parts of the county in the “unhealthy” range, according to government tracking. High winds carry ash from old fires to East L.A., San Gabriel Valley 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z Chamber of Commerce and the American Petroleum Institute, backed the administration, noting that annual concentrations of fine particulate matter are down by 39 percent since 2000. Trump administration rejects tougher standards on soot, a deadly air pollutant 2020-12-07T05:00:00Z Chamber of Commerce and American Petroleum Institute, backed the administration’s decision to retain the existing standards, noting that annual concentrations of fine particulate matter are down by 39 percent since 2000. Trump administration rejects tougher standards on soot, a deadly air pollutant 2020-12-07T05:00:00Z Environmental Protection Agency rejected scientists' advice to tighten air pollution standards for particulate matter, or soot. The EPA refuses to reduce pollutants linked to Coronavirus deaths 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z Later in the day, the air would be acrid and thick with particulate matter. Waymo and Cruise safety drivers face a bleak choice: pandemic or pollution? 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z Public health advocates say that diesel emissions contribute to increases in fine particulate matter and other airborne pollutants that have been linked to higher rates of cancer, heart attacks, strokes and neurodegenerative diseases. The struggle to crack down on the cottage industry sabotaging vehicle pollution controls 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z The most prevalent pollutant by mass is particulate matter less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter, roughly 50 times smaller than a grain of sand. What’s in Wildfire Smoke, and Why Is It So Bad for Your Lungs? 2020-09-10T04:00:00Z Researchers previously suspected that more people die when there is more particulate matter in the air since it can trigger asthma attacks and heart attacks. Wildfire smoke adds to compounding crises for the Bay Area's homeless 2020-08-30T04:00:00Z Hazardous air pollutants are often found attached to particulate matter. The EPA refuses to reduce pollutants linked to Coronavirus deaths 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z Diesel trucks emit nearly one-third of smog-forming nitrogen oxides and more than one-quarter of diesel particulate matter in the state. California targets diesel trucks, ships with biggest pollution cuts in years 2020-08-27T04:00:00Z Gas plants are less polluting than coal but still emit lung-damaging particulate matter. The lights went out. Now California might let these gas plants stay open 2020-08-24T04:00:00Z Instead, they write, “rises in particulate matter concentration and temperature may be the dominant mechanism of thunderstorm-associated acute respiratory disease in older Americans.” For those 65 and older, thunderstorms might induce respiratory troubles, study says 2020-08-22T04:00:00Z Hence, due to their size, particulate matter poses a health risk to anyone breathing it, and can cause damage deep in the lungs and worsen existing respiratory health conditions. Wildfire smoke adds to compounding crises for the Bay Area's homeless 2020-08-30T04:00:00Z There was also a marginal increase in particulate matter in 59 other counties without early shutdowns, but the findings were not conclusive. The EPA refuses to reduce pollutants linked to Coronavirus deaths 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z The study is the first to provide comprehensive evidence that insects are especially sensitive to particulate matter in the air, Loukola says. ‘Its body looked like a warzone.’ Air pollution could kill off critical honey bees in India 2020-08-10T04:00:00Z Incinerators produce much more nitrogen oxide, particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, ozone, and carbon dioxide. The world is drowning in used face masks. We should turn them into fuel 2020-08-08T04:00:00Z Air monitoring at eight sites over one month in April and May in 2018 showed fine particulate matter concentrations spiking at more than twice the level considered hazardous by EPA. Methane Cloud Sitting over U.S. Southwest Threatens Indigenous Residents 2020-08-06T04:00:00Z Specifically, AQI measures how much "particulate matter" is in the air. Wildfire smoke adds to compounding crises for the Bay Area's homeless 2020-08-30T04:00:00Z Often, the strategies used to reduce one air pollutant also cut down on other pollutants like particulate matter. The EPA refuses to reduce pollutants linked to Coronavirus deaths 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z Chan School of Public Health, noted that even a small increase in particulate matter — tiny airborne particles emitted from power plants, industrial facilities and vehicles — corresponded to a significant increase in Covid-19 mortality. Pollution Is Killing Black Americans. This Community Fought Back. 2020-07-28T04:00:00Z In addition to planet-warming pollution, transit also produces fewer criteria air pollutants such as particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide. Little Evidence that Mass Transit Poses a Risk of Coronavirus Outbreaks 2020-07-28T04:00:00Z The fire mostly produced a common pollutant known as fine particulate matter. Regulators say San Diego ship fire smoke not a health risk 2020-07-28T04:00:00Z It wasn't long before the family learned to keep the windows shut so they wouldn't breathe in particulate matter. Moving away from fossil fuel: The escalating push for setbacks from drilling sites 2020-07-26T04:00:00Z Wheeler's EPA watered down the mercury regulation in April by disregarding the co-benefits from reducing particulate matter. The EPA refuses to reduce pollutants linked to Coronavirus deaths 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z In the case of flaring, researchers say the mechanism may involve particulate matter, volatile organic compounds and other toxic substances. Study Links Gas Flares to Preterm Births, With Hispanic Women at High Risk 2020-07-22T04:00:00Z It wasn’t long before the family learned to keep the windows shut so they wouldn’t breathe in particulate matter. 'Tired of being the canary in the mine': pressure grows to push oil and gas wells away from homes 2020-07-22T04:00:00Z Major cities like Chicago are already struggling to maintain health standards for criteria air pollutants like ground-level ozone and particulate matter. Chicago Learned Climate Lessons from Its Deadly 1995 Heat Wave 2020-07-16T04:00:00Z Diesel trucks contribute nitrogen oxides, particulate matter and other pollutants proven to cause lung damage, asthma, and cancer, among other serious health problems. California mandates big increase in zero-emission trucks 2020-06-25T04:00:00Z When researching air pollution, epidemiologists might study whether residents in neighborhoods with high levels of particulate matter are in worse health than those in areas with less pollution. The EPA refuses to reduce pollutants linked to Coronavirus deaths 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z A report on how the state’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order affected air quality in the state tracked fine particulate matter and included observations from four stations in Yakima County. Air pollution reduced amid pandemic in Washington state 2020-06-18T04:00:00Z Frieden, for his part, disputes claims that he did not prioritize climate change and insists he cares about the issue, pointing to the CDC’s work combating dangerous particulate matter produced by cars and coal plants. Deadly heat is killing Americans: climate death toll rises after a decade of federal inaction 2020-06-16T04:00:00Z A 2019 study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that non-Hispanic whites consume the majority of the goods and services responsible for particulate matter. Soot Rule Thrusts EPA into Spotlight on Race 2020-06-12T04:00:00Z But such rules also tend to lower emissions of another deadly pollutant: fine industrial soot, also known as particulate matter. Trump, Citing Pandemic, Moves to Weaken Two Key Environmental Protections 2020-06-04T04:00:00Z None of them are experts in epidemiology — the study of how diseases affect populations, a linchpin of particulate matter research. The EPA refuses to reduce pollutants linked to Coronavirus deaths 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z Achanta says that tear gas is not exactly a gas, but more accurately actually fine particulate matter — a solid particle that, when exploded into the air, binds with pain receptors and nerve endings. Tear-gassing protesters “is a very effective way of spreading coronavirus,” doctors say 2020-06-04T04:00:00Z Ozone and fine particulate matter levels, however, were unchanged. COVID risk now included in unemployment eligibility check 2020-06-02T04:00:00Z The health consequences of brief spikes in particulate matter from a few minutes or hours of cooking are not well understood, however. Coronavirus Lockdowns May Raise Exposure to Indoor Air Pollution 2020-06-01T04:00:00Z Anthony Trollope is the opposite of Twitter, a medium that fractures life into disconnected particulate matter. Perspective | Online arts experiences that click with me 2020-05-26T04:00:00Z But particulate matter, which can lodge deep in the lungs and cause inflammation, adds risk, she said. In the Shadows of America’s Smokestacks, Virus Is One More Deadly Risk 2020-05-17T04:00:00Z In Wuhan, where the pandemic originated, monthly averages of particulate matter emissions dropped more than a third. Chinese official hails 'incomparable' improvement in air quality as virus hits industry 2020-05-15T04:00:00Z The most concerning pollutant for those who find themselves downwind of a wildfire is fine particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter, says Reid. How should vulnerable people be protected during wildfires? 2020-05-12T04:00:00Z Gas stoves emit far more particulate matter than electric ones. Coronavirus Lockdowns May Raise Exposure to Indoor Air Pollution 2020-06-01T04:00:00Z Nitrogen oxide and volatile organic compounds are the main ingredients of ozone and particulate matter that create urban smog, a human health hazard. Urban air quality improves as coronavirus empties U.S. highways: NOAA 2020-05-13T04:00:00Z Early air quality testing by city, state and federal authorities found no asbestos and that levels of particulate matter have not exceeded national standards in the area. Illinois sues developer, contractors in coal plant implosion 2020-05-05T04:00:00Z The report concluded that such evidence justified reducing the maximum permitted concentrations of fine particulate matter from 12 micrograms per cubic metre of air to between 8 and 10 micrograms. The sustained undermining of science by the EPA’s leaders is a travesty 2020-05-04T04:00:00Z Exposure to particulate matter, generated by transport, industry and coal-fired heating, was 12% below normal levels, according to the study, which covered 21 European countries. European lockdowns could avert 11,300 air pollution deaths: report 2020-04-29T04:00:00Z The original price tag reported for the 2011 regulation took into account health benefits from a reduction in particulate matter that would accompany cuts to mercury emissions. Coronavirus provides cover for Trump’s environmental roll-back 2020-04-27T04:00:00Z Environmental experts say diesel is a leading source of harmful pollutants such as ground-level ozone and particulate matter. No silver lining: Mexico City smog defies coronavirus lockdown 2020-04-27T04:00:00Z The power station being demolished was a coal-fired plant, causing concern the neighborhood was contaminated with asbestos and other particulate matter and pollutants produced by coal-fire plants. Illinois sues developer, contractors in coal plant implosion 2020-05-05T04:00:00Z Places typically choked with worse air pollution saw the most extreme drops Places typically choked with worse air pollution saw the most extreme drops in fine particulate matter, or soot. Air quality is way better in nine major cities after coronavirus confinement 2020-04-22T04:00:00Z Refusing to strengthen particulate matter pollution standards on April 14. The Trump Administration's Assault on Public Health Protections 2020-04-22T04:00:00Z "It is one of the first studies substantiating our suspicion and the hypothesis that severity of the Covid-19 infection may be augmented by particulate matter air pollution," she said. Air pollution linked to raised Covid-19 death risk 2020-04-20T04:00:00Z The Obama E.P.A. tallied not just the benefits of reducing mercury but also “co-benefits” like reducing sulfur dioxide, fine particulate matter and other pollutants that were also curbed by the equipment. E.P.A. Weakens Controls on Mercury 2020-04-16T04:00:00Z "There's still a lot of uncertainty" surrounding that research, Wheeler told reporters on a conference call announcing his decision to leave the 2012 standards on fine particulate matter in place. EPA scientists said U.S. should tighten key air pollution limit. The agency’s head just said no 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z There is now an opportunity for public comment on the draft particulate matter rule. We Put Science Back into EPA Air Pollution Standards, But... 2020-04-15T04:00:00Z There is some evidence that particulate matter levels have risen in recent weeks around Houston, the heart of the U.S. oil and gas industry, even with restrictions on many activities. Trump officials reject stricter air quality standards, despite link between air pollution, coronavirus risks 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z He said there are “still a lot of uncertainties” in the science around small particulate matter pollution and that the agency would be reviewing the standard again as new research emerges. Trump administration declines to tighten soot pollution standards: EPA chief 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z Even the air is cleaner, with levels of particulate matter, which contribute to health problems including lung cancer and heart attacks, plunging as much as 35 percent across the city. N.Y.’s Changed Streets: In One Spot, Traffic Speeds Are Up 288% 2020-04-09T04:00:00Z His preliminary decision to keep the existing particulate matter standards, incorporated in a proposed rule also signed today, was expected. EPA scientists said U.S. should tighten key air pollution limit. The agency’s head just said no 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z It also remains unclear whether particulate matter pollution plays any role in the spread of the coronavirus or whether long-term exposure directly leads to a greater risk of falling ill. New Research Links Air Pollution to Higher Coronavirus Death Rates 2020-04-07T04:00:00Z Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler announced Tuesday that the agency would maintain the current standards for fine particulate matter, otherwise known as soot, the country’s most widespread deadly pollutant. Trump officials reject stricter air quality standards, despite link between air pollution, coronavirus risks 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z “Being in areas of higher exposure to common air pollutants like nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter, does increase the risk of acquiring pneumonia,” he said. Louisiana cancer-ridden county known for toxic air pollution tops NYC for highest coronavirus death rate 2020-04-07T04:00:00Z Levels of particulate matter dropped across the city in March compared with a year ago, down 20 percent in Brooklyn to as much as 35 percent on Staten Island. N.Y.’s Changed Streets: In One Spot, Traffic Speeds Are Up 288% 2020-04-09T04:00:00Z Nitrogen oxides from gas stoves are a known respiratory irritant, as is the fine particulate matter that is most likely wafting off your roasts. Now Is the Time to Take Care of Your Lungs. Here’s How. 2020-03-27T04:00:00Z Most fine particulate matter comes from fuel combustion, like automobiles, refineries and power plants, as well as some indoor sources like tobacco smoke. New Research Links Air Pollution to Higher Coronavirus Death Rates 2020-04-07T04:00:00Z The decision regarding particulate matter is the administration’s latest effort to ease industrial regulation. Trump officials reject stricter air quality standards, despite link between air pollution, coronavirus risks 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z In an internal email, obtained by Fox News, the American Red Cross notified staffers on Thursday they would start to provide masks “intended for particulate matter, dust or other debris” beginning on Monday. Red Cross staffers worry about lack of surgical masks, dwindling national blood supply during Coronavirus outbreak 2020-03-26T04:00:00Z The highest level of particulate matter exposure recorded during the fire emergency exceeded the historic mean value by more than 14 times, the paper notes. Smoke from Australia’s Bushfires Killed Hundreds 2020-03-24T04:00:00Z Exposure to ozone, fine particulate matter and other components of smog stress and inflame the lungs over the long term. Does air pollution make you more susceptible to coronavirus? California won't like the answer 2020-03-21T04:00:00Z The Harvard analysis is the first nationwide study to show a statistical link, revealing a “large overlap” between Covid-19 deaths and other diseases associated with long-term exposure to fine particulate matter. New Research Links Air Pollution to Higher Coronavirus Death Rates 2020-04-07T04:00:00Z Wheeler cited “uncertainties” in existing studies about the impact of lower particulate matter on human health, and the fact that the EPA’s advisory panel was split, as reasons to retain the current pollution limits. Trump officials reject stricter air quality standards, despite link between air pollution, coronavirus risks 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z A combination of satellite observations and computer models of the atmosphere showed a 20- to 30-percent decrease in surface particulate matter over huge parts of China. Emissions over China and Italy plunge during coronavirus outbreak, satellite images reveal 2020-03-20T04:00:00Z Studies showed particulate matter fell by around 20-30% over large parts of China, the agency said. Satellite animation shows pollution clearing over China during coronavirus outbreak 2020-03-19T04:00:00Z While the rest of the world considered the wisdom of sharing enclosed spaces with airborne particulate matter, the fights went on without any spectators at Ginásio Nilson Nelson in Brasilia. Sports are on hold due to the coronavirus. ESPN hosts are mourning the loss too 2020-03-18T04:00:00Z Multiple studies have found that exposure to fine particulate matter puts people at heightened risk for lung cancer, heart attacks, strokes and even premature death. New Research Links Air Pollution to Higher Coronavirus Death Rates 2020-04-07T04:00:00Z Chamber of Commerce and American Petroleum Institute, cheered the administration for retaining the existing standards, with both noting that annual concentrations of fine particulate matter are down by 39 percent since 2000. Trump officials reject stricter air quality standards, despite link between air pollution, coronavirus risks 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z Suncor emitted volatile organic compounds exceeding a permit, including sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and particulate matter, the health department said. Colorado refinery to pay $9 million for air violations 2020-03-06T05:00:00Z India was also home to 21 of the world’s 30 most polluted cities, IQ AirVisual said in the study which focused on the amount of PM2.5, fine particulate matter, in major urban areas. New Delhi is world's most polluted capital for second straight year: study 2020-02-26T05:00:00Z The health consultation evaluated air quality in Butte from March to September 2019 for particulate matter and metals, the Montana Standard reported. Air quality data report conducted in Montana neighborhood 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z These trails were made by what scientists dubbed the first ever ‘living robots’, as they meander through a field of particulate matter. Giant Moon rocket, living robots and quantum computer — January’s best science images 2020-02-04T05:00:00Z Biomass burning, which happens with wildfires and in some controlled burns, releases different types of particulate matter into the air, including PM2.5. Pollution in New York linked to wildfires hundreds of miles away 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z Currently, seven of the eight counties fail air quality standards for particulate matter, ozone, or both. California sues to block Trump administration fracking plans 2020-01-17T05:00:00Z Ninety-two percent of the world’s people live in places where fine particulate matter — the very small particles most dangerous to human tissues — exceeds the World Health Organization’s guideline for healthy air. Why Is Air Pollution So Harmful? DNA May Hold the Answer 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z We performed a procedure called a lung wash on these horses to retrieve cells and particulate matter from their lungs. How wildfire smoke affects pets and other animals 2020-01-11T05:00:00Z Four of the state’s top emitters of particulate matter sulfur dioxide and nitrous oxides, which can, respectively, cause respiratory issues, and create acid rain are located within a five-mile radius of Boynton. The blackest city in the US is facing an environmental justice nightmare 2020-01-09T05:00:00Z In 2018, emissions of diesel particulate matter rose slightly at the Port of L.A. and has ticked up the last two years at the Port of Long Beach, according to their inventories. Port ships are becoming L.A.’s biggest polluters. Will California force a cleanup? 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z The fires worsened New Delhi’s notorious winter air pollution, with the air quality index - a measure of ozone, carbon dioxide and particulate matter - topping 500 at a monitor at the U.S. North India prepares for New Year’s enveloped in cold smog 2019-12-30T05:00:00Z The fires worsened New Delhi’s notorious winter air pollution, with the air quality index — a measure of ozone, carbon dioxide and particulate matter — topping 500 at a monitor at the U.S. North India prepares for New Year’s enveloped in cold smog 2019-12-30T05:00:00Z “It’s actually the microscopic stuff that you can’t see, the fine particulate matter in the exhaust, that is the most dangerous to human health.” How Cruise Ships Bring 1,200 Tons of Toxic Fumes to Brooklyn a Year 2019-12-26T05:00:00Z Her current research will look at the individual components of wildfire particulate matter and assess the health effects of exposure to each. Wildfires are getting worse, and so is the deadly smoke they bring with them 2019-12-20T05:00:00Z The Environmental Protection Agency sets limits for fine particulate matter, ozone, carbon monoxide and other air pollutants. Dirty air and the human brain: Does pollution poison the mind? 2019-12-15T05:00:00Z Between 2016 and 2018, pollution of fine particulate matter — tiny particles that are emitted whenever we burn anything — rose by more than 5 percent. Getting rid of pollution improves public health a lot faster than you’d think 2019-12-09T05:00:00Z Overall, the WHO reports that the level of fine particulate matter is 70% above the recommended maximum level in Nairobi. 'My battle to get clean air to breathe' 2019-12-04T05:00:00Z Over 11 years of follow-up, they found that the greater the women’s exposure to PM 2.5, the tiny particulate matter that easily penetrates the lungs and bloodstream, the lower their scores on the cognitive tests. Air Pollution May Damage the Brain 2019-11-25T05:00:00Z Air pollution from power plants caused 16,000 premature deaths in the United States in 2014, according to new research on the sources and destinations of fine particulate matter produced by electricity generation. Your state’s air pollution might be coming from another state’s power plants 2019-11-24T05:00:00Z The results of the Six Cities study led directly to the imposition of life-saving limits on fine particulate matter from emissions. Researchers must unite against US environment agency’s attack on scientific evidence 2019-11-19T05:00:00Z Particulate matter sticks to a piece of tape inside the device and a light shined through the tape, sort of like a film projector, creates an image revealing the levels of particulate matter. When the power went out during California’s wildfires, the air quality monitors turned off, too 2019-11-04T05:00:00Z This creates a lethal cocktail of particulate matter, carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide - all worsened by fireworks set off during the Hindu festival Diwali a week ago. India air pollution at 'unbearable levels' 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z The index measures the levels of PM 2.5, tiny particulate matter that goes deep into the lungs. As Delhi breathes season's worst air, cricketers hit the nets under smoggy skies 2019-10-31T04:00:00Z But by analyzing simulations of the dispersal of fine particulate matter based on emissions and weather data and then comparing it to census demographic information, his team made a few new discoveries. Your state’s air pollution might be coming from another state’s power plants 2019-11-24T05:00:00Z PM 2.5, or tiny particulate matter that is less than 2.5 microns in diameter, are considered particularly dangerous because they lodge deep in the lungs. Diwali fireworks haze pushes Indian capital's air quality to severe 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z The members are issuing their warnings as US regulators are reconsidering a standard for particulate matter – the inhalable pollution that is 30 times smaller than the width of a human hair. Scientists fired by Trump warn particle pollution standards don’t protect people 2019-10-22T04:00:00Z Unfortunately, in October 2018 the administration fired the panel of experts who were going to provide scientific input on fine particulate matter. What You Can't See Can Hurt You 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z This week in Delhi, levels of PM 2.5, tiny particulate matter that goes deep into the lungs, rose to an “unhealthy” 200 micro-organism per cubic meter. Fields of fire drive Delhi's air quality to unhealthy levels 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z For one thing, both black and low-income households are disproportionately exposed to unhealthy levels of fine particulate matter around the country. Your state’s air pollution might be coming from another state’s power plants 2019-11-24T05:00:00Z According to official local data, fumes emitted by cruise ship chimneys are responsible for 40% of the area’s nitrogen oxide emissions, 32% of the sulfur dioxide emissions and 15% of its particulate matter pollution. Cruise ships in French waters agree to pollute less 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z The researchers looked at four types of air pollutants: a deadly fine particulate matter known as PM2.5, sulfur dioxide, ozone and carbon monoxide. Air Pollution Is Linked to Miscarriages in China, Study Finds 2019-10-14T04:00:00Z These studies used two very large, nationally representative data sets to examine U.S. mortality related to fine particulate matter. What You Can't See Can Hurt You 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z But EPA dissolved the particulate matter review panel last fall in what Wheeler later described as a streamlining move. Dismissed EPA science advisers gather in ‘unprecedented’ challenge to Trump administration 2019-10-10T04:00:00Z The geographic distribution of fine particulate matter is also striking: PM 2.5 produced by electricity generation in one state is often blown into another state. Your state’s air pollution might be coming from another state’s power plants 2019-11-24T05:00:00Z The 20 experts were to review the science on particulate matter pollution and health beginning with a two-day meeting in Virginia on Thursday. Members of disbanded EPA air quality panel form independent group 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z Trump’s EPA ended the particulate matter advisory board nearly a year ago. Clean-air scientists fired by EPA to reconvene in snub to Trump 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z Critics often emphasize that the health effects of fine particulate matter are uncertain. What You Can't See Can Hurt You 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z The new rules governing controlled burns still require that burners not exceed federal air-quality standards for particulate matter from smoke. Editorials from around Oregon 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z Some states, like New York and Maryland, acquire more fine particulate matter from other states from outside than they produce themselves. Your state’s air pollution might be coming from another state’s power plants 2019-11-24T05:00:00Z Dubbed the Independent Particulate Matter Review Panel, the group plans to issue a report on whether the current federal particulate matter standard is adequate, members said. Members of disbanded EPA air quality panel form independent group 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z While particulate matter counts as an air pollutant, one of its components - black carbon - is a short-lived climate pollutant. Cut air pollution to fight climate change - UN 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z Fine particulate matter penetrates deeply into the lungs, causing respiratory and cardiovascular disease; of the several million premature deaths attributed to air pollution globally each year, PM2.5 is responsible for the vast majority. What You Can't See Can Hurt You 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z From preliminary data analysis, the team uncovered higher emissions of particulate matter or aerosols indoors, especially during cooking, Ms. Vance said, noting that interesting chemical reactions that took place during cleaning. Environmental scientists express concern about indoor air pollution 2019-09-18T04:00:00Z These findings aren’t just important for deepening our understanding of fine particulate matter and its sources — they also reveal a major challenge for states trying to improve their air quality. Your state’s air pollution might be coming from another state’s power plants 2019-11-24T05:00:00Z An international team of researchers used data from 652 cities in 24 countries to correlate levels of particulate matter pollution with day-to-day mortality rates. The Deadly Toll of Air Pollution 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z The New England Journal of Medicine examined levels of particulate matter and daily death rates in 652 cities in 24 countries over the course of three decades. Breathing polluted air is deadlier than previously believed, new study claims 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z For fine particulate matter, which is smaller and can enter into the deep lungs when inhaled, mortality rates rose .68 percent when concentrations increased. Bad air days are even deadlier than we thought 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z On Friday afternoon, officials say air quality monitors measuring particulate matter along Interstate 5 in Grants Pass, Medford, Talent and Ashland were reading red which means unhealthy for everyone. Air quality advisory issued for southwestern Oregon 2019-07-26T04:00:00Z In 2017, the court ruled the country was not within the limits for particulate matter. EU asks court to force Spain, Bulgaria to tackle air pollution 2019-07-25T04:00:00Z The study, in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that as the concentration of particulate matter increased, so did the number of excess deaths. The Deadly Toll of Air Pollution 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z Mortality rates increased by .68 percent for fine particulate matter in the study, and researchers said that even that increase is significant when examining large cities. Breathing polluted air is deadlier than previously believed, new study claims 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z Breathing in particulate matter from dust, ash, and the burning of fossil fuels and can damage the heart and lungs. Bad air days are even deadlier than we thought 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z He also disbanded a 20-member scientific advisory committee on particulate matter, or soot; failed to convene a similar panel on ozone; and packed a seven-member advisory committee on air quality standards with industry-friendly participants. 10 ways Andrew Wheeler has decimated EPA protections 2019-07-22T04:00:00Z It also showed that, since Trump took office, emissions of the pollutants - which include nitrous oxides, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, and fine and coarse particulate matter - fell between 1.2% and 8.7%. As Trump touts U.S. air quality, EPA data shows some areas worsening 2019-07-17T04:00:00Z Of the six, three actually increased in 2017: carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and two measures of particulate matter pollution. AP FACT CHECK: Trump and an eco legacy not his own 2019-07-13T04:00:00Z The study looked at the combined impact of two pollutants - particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide - which experts say are among the leading causes of poor health from air pollution. Pollution 'cuts children's life expectancy' 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z When it comes to all causes of death, mortality rates across the board rose .44 percent when the amount of coarse particulate matter increased slightly. Bad air days are even deadlier than we thought 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z Thermal power plants account for 80% of all industrial emissions of particulate matter, sulfur and nitrous oxides in India. India plans $330 billion renewables push by 2030 without hurting coal 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, exposure to particulate matter leads to higher instances of a host of health problems, but some sulfur-containing forms of it actually have a cooling effect by blocking sunlight from reaching the Earth's surface. Analysis | The Energy 202: Trump keeps making this error about climate change 2019-07-01T04:00:00Z And particulate matter is only one of many health-harming pollutants from roads and power plants. People of color live with 66% more air pollution, US study finds 2019-06-27T04:00:00Z Steel officials claim that these investments will reduce emissions, including particulate matter, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides. Residents grapple with life in the shadows steel plant 2019-06-22T04:00:00Z Today’s study highlights that even low levels of particulate matter can be dangerous. Bad air days are even deadlier than we thought 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z The figure reflected the fact that more coal-fired power plants would stay online under the Trump rule, emitting more fine particulate matter linked to respiratory and cardiovascular disease. How the Numbers on EPA's New Climate Rule Stack Up 2019-06-21T04:00:00Z The most recent findings suggest that the harmful effects of particulate matter persist even at levels below current U.S. ambient air quality standards. Here's One More Political Assault on Public Health 2019-06-17T04:00:00Z The environmental groups said emitted chemical compounds such as sulfur dioxide, heavy metals and fine particulate matter cause illnesses including bronchitis and lung cancer and contribute to strokes, heart attacks and birth defects. South African government sued over coal and industrial air pollution 2019-06-10T04:00:00Z But an important side benefit is that those standards reduced particulate matter in the air. Recent Missouri editorials 2019-05-28T04:00:00Z Of this total, 1.6 million live close to the top 12 incinerators measured in terms of pollutant emissions across mercury, lead, particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, nitrous oxide and carbon monoxide. Revealed: 1.6m Americans live near the most polluting incinerators in the US 2019-05-21T04:00:00Z The advisory concerns course particulate matter that is made up of small particles found in dust. High pollution advisory issued for Phoenix metropolitan area 2019-05-15T04:00:00Z The standards for particulate matter—one of six criteria air pollutants—are currently under review. Here's One More Political Assault on Public Health 2019-06-17T04:00:00Z And those gas-powered mowers, edgers and leaf blowers spew millions of tons of pollutants into the air, fine particulate matter that we inhale as we work to keep our lawns looking pretty. Lawn order: How I learned to plant more and mow less | Produced by Advertising Publications 2019-05-02T04:00:00Z A tightly sealed home may allow this mix of particulate matter to become more concentrated inside than out. If air at home seems to bother you, try to remove the sources of irritants first 2019-04-26T04:00:00Z Germany’s far-right party, Alternative for Germany, has pushed back heavily against the science behind clean-air policy, which it has derided as “particulate matter hysteria.” The Right’s New Rallying Cry in Finland: ‘Climate Hysteria’ 2019-04-12T04:00:00Z NO2 is just one element of air pollution, which is also made up of particulate matter, ozone and carbon monoxide. Millions of asthma cases 'due to pollution' 2019-04-10T04:00:00Z After Stockholm passed its congestion pricing system, it saw a 15% reduction in particulate matter and a 50% reduction in asthma rates, according to research from Johns Hopkins University and other institutions. New York Looks to Congestion Pricing to Control Pollution 2019-04-02T04:00:00Z During the dirtier winter months, levels of fine particulate matter in the air there typically hover at around two hundred and twenty-five micrograms per cubic metre. The Hidden Air Pollution in Our Homes 2019-04-01T04:00:00Z Air cleaners can remove particulate matter from the air inside your home. If air at home seems to bother you, try to remove the sources of irritants first 2019-04-26T04:00:00Z Under the Clean Air Act, particulate matter is one of a half-dozen "criteria" pollutants for which EPA is supposed to periodically review and, if needed, tighten National Ambient Air Quality Standards. EPA panel seeks to bring back fired scientists for clean-air review 2019-03-29T04:00:00Z Air quality improved, too, with a 12 percent reduction in emissions of nitrogen oxides and particulate matter from vehicles in the zone. Over $10 to Drive in Manhattan? What We Know About the Congestion Pricing Plan 2019-03-27T04:00:00Z Environmental Protection Agency official said on Wednesday that air-monitoring systems near the site along the nation’s busiest petrochemical shipping port found no hazardous levels of volatile organic compounds or particulate matter. Residents told to shelter in place after Texas petrochemical plant... 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z It was the same for fine particulate matter—particles small enough to reach deep inside our lungs. The Hidden Air Pollution in Our Homes 2019-04-01T04:00:00Z Air cleaners, when used in the children’s bedroom, reduced particulate matter by an average of 50 percent. If air at home seems to bother you, try to remove the sources of irritants first 2019-04-26T04:00:00Z In defending Wheeler's decision to fire the particulate matter review panel last fall, a spokesman said it was consistent with the Clean Air Act and the CASAC's charter, neither of which mentions such panels. EPA panel seeks to bring back fired scientists for clean-air review 2019-03-29T04:00:00Z This is the latest development in the EPA’s process to update the health protective standards for particulate matter and ozone—the two air pollutants most responsible for early death and sickness in this country. We Can't Take the Science out of our Clean Air Standards 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z The EPA’s Adams said air-monitoring systems near the site along the nation’s busiest petrochemical shipping port found no hazardous levels of volatile organic compounds or particulate matter. Mitsui petrochemical unit probed after Texas fire rages for days 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z And, for nearly an hour, fine particulate matter was within the range that the Environmental Protection Agency’s Air Quality Index defines as “very unhealthy.” The Hidden Air Pollution in Our Homes 2019-04-01T04:00:00Z High particulate matter may be associated with serious outcomes, such as asthma attacks, heart attacks and premature deaths in people with heart or lung disease. If air at home seems to bother you, try to remove the sources of irritants first 2019-04-26T04:00:00Z A fractured EPA advisory panel is asking for help as its ability to handle a high-stakes review of particulate matter standards is under harsh scrutiny. EPA panel seeks to bring back fired scientists for clean-air review 2019-03-29T04:00:00Z Back in October the EPA nixed the particulate matter review panel and failed to convene an ozone panel. We Can't Take the Science out of our Clean Air Standards 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z But those with respiratory illnesses such as asthma and emphysema were at higher risk of being affected by the elevated levels of particulate matter, Shelley said. Mitsui petrochemical unit probed after Texas fire rages for days 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z The harmful impact of NOx emissions and fine particulate matter were for years ignored by European regulators until Volkswagen was caught masking excessive pollution levels in cars it sold in the United States. Engineers develop cheap, simple tests for car emissions 2019-03-15T04:00:00Z Their focus was primarily on levels of fine particulate matter in the air and ozone. Air pollution more deadly than smoking, new study finds 2019-03-14T04:00:00Z Or another proposed rule allowing coal-fired power plants to release more fine particulate matter into the air. Opinion | Republicans’ deregulation is hurting consumers. A new bill from Democrats could help. 2019-03-04T05:00:00Z Also last October, EPA leadership announced an aggressive timeline that would complete reviews of both particulate matter and ozone by 2020. We Can't Take the Science out of our Clean Air Standards 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z The burning of trash releases a host of pollutants, such as nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxides and particulate matter, which are tiny fragments of debris that, once inhaled, cause an array of health problems. 'Moment of reckoning': US cities burn recyclables after China bans imports 2019-02-21T05:00:00Z Cooler temperatures would help maintain and grow productivity, and reducing carbon emissions means reducing air pollution—specifically particulate matter, or soot—which brings immediate health benefits. The False Choice Between Economic Growth and Combating Climate Change 2019-02-04T05:00:00Z The smiling panda patterns on their masks couldn’t disguise the fact that fine particulate matter is particularly corrosive for children’s lungs. Bangkok Is Choking on Air Pollution. The Response? Water Cannons. 2019-01-30T05:00:00Z They are also increasingly in demand, as countries shift from fossil fuels to curb both particulate matter and carbon emissions. Opinion | The Trump administration learns that fighting gravity is hard 2019-01-28T05:00:00Z Regardless of what happens on March 28, and in this review process for particulate matter, we are witnessing this administration chip away at the foundation for air pollution protections in this country. We Can't Take the Science out of our Clean Air Standards 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z This exposes entire households to dangerous levels of particulate matter and pollutants such as carbon monoxide. Pictures of New Delhi smog tell only part of the story of India’s air pollution crisis 2019-01-28T05:00:00Z African Americans are among the most vulnerable to the effects of fine particulate matter exposures. Opinion | Breathing while black: A Dominion compressor station would disadvantage a historically black community in Virginia 2019-01-25T05:00:00Z Smoke, by its nature, contains particulate matter; steam, by its nature, does not. Opinion | Readers critique The Post: Newt Gingrich, Mitch McConnell and a Republican 2020 challenger 2019-01-25T05:00:00Z Agriculture is also a significant source of air pollution with ammonia from farms a major cause of fine particulate matter, which the WHO says is a threat to health worldwide. The diet to save lives, the planet and feed us all? 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z As well as trying to deal with the major sources of particulate matter, the government's plan also deals with pollution that arises from ammonia, sulphur dioxide and non-methane volatile organic compounds. 'Bold new goal' to tackle dirty air 2019-01-13T05:00:00Z The government said Britain would become the first major economy to adopt air quality goals based on World Health Organization recommendations regarding people’s exposure to particulate matter. Britain pledges legislation in 2019 to combat deadly air pollution 2019-01-13T05:00:00Z At the Environmental Protection Agency, new ozone particulate matter standards are hung up. ‘This is ridiculous’: Small-business owners can’t get loans as shutdown enters Day 20. 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z Last week pollution surged to “emergency” levels, as the Central Pollution Control Board’s air quality index of poisonous particulate matter hit 440, more than 12 times the U.S. government’s recommended limit. India launches national anti-pollution program, but experts skeptical 2019-01-10T05:00:00Z Burning it produces sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, arsenic and lead, and as much carbon pollution as coal. Opinion | How Maryland’s renewable energy law subsidizes Virginia’s dirty air 2018-12-28T05:00:00Z Referring to a measure of particulate matter in the air, an indicator of pollution, he added: “Over the next five to 10 years the PM2.5 targets will be more important than the GDP target.” China: slowing economy and inequality force new priorities for rulers 2018-12-30T05:00:00Z The index measures the concentration of tiny poisonous particulate matter, or PM 2.5, that are less than 2.5 microns in diameter, which can be carried deep into the lungs. India's capital chokes as pollution levels hit the worst this year 2018-12-24T05:00:00Z |
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