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#air-pollution

These Industrial Economies Have the Worst Air Pollution

Air pollution causes significant mortality, even in developed nations.

Public health

Small changes can cut air pollution inside your home in a big way

Indoor air pollution can be worse than outdoor levels, necessitating home monitoring.

Lung cancer diagnoses on the rise among never-smokers worldwide

Non-smokers are increasingly diagnosed with lung cancer, largely due to air pollution.

Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer in non-smokers.

NYC parents

fromenglish.elpais.com

More than 150 million people are breathing polluted air in the US

Almost half of Americans live with unhealthy air pollution levels according to the 2025 report, worsened by climate change.

Minority communities are disproportionately affected by air quality issues, facing higher health risks.

fromCommon Dreams

Trump's Drive to Undermine Our Progress on Clean Transportation Will Erode Our Health | Common Dreams

Air pollution significantly impacts children's health, especially in low-income areas like the South Bronx.

Existing policies are failing to protect vulnerable communities from severe air pollution.

Healthcare

fromwww.dw.com

India: Will air pollution jack up health insurance costs? DW 03/13/2025

Air insurance premiums in Delhi may increase due to health impact from pollution.

Insurers are considering raising premiums by 10-15% for health policies in Delhi.

Healthcare

from24/7 Wall St.

These Industrial Economies Have the Worst Air Pollution

Air pollution causes significant mortality, even in developed nations.

Public health

Small changes can cut air pollution inside your home in a big way

Indoor air pollution can be worse than outdoor levels, necessitating home monitoring.

Lung cancer diagnoses on the rise among never-smokers worldwide

Non-smokers are increasingly diagnosed with lung cancer, largely due to air pollution.

Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer in non-smokers.

NYC parents

fromenglish.elpais.com

More than 150 million people are breathing polluted air in the US

Almost half of Americans live with unhealthy air pollution levels according to the 2025 report, worsened by climate change.

Minority communities are disproportionately affected by air quality issues, facing higher health risks.

fromCommon Dreams

Trump's Drive to Undermine Our Progress on Clean Transportation Will Erode Our Health | Common Dreams

Air pollution significantly impacts children's health, especially in low-income areas like the South Bronx.

Existing policies are failing to protect vulnerable communities from severe air pollution.

U.S. ports fear that federal funding to clean up pollution could be canceled

The shift towards electrification of port operations aims to reduce air pollution in nearby communities.

Federal funding is critical for decarbonization efforts at U.S. ports, with $3 billion allocated under recent climate initiatives.

Nearly half of Americans breathing in unsafe levels of air pollutants report

Americans are increasingly exposed to harmful air pollutants, primarily due to climate change and environmental policy rollbacks.

How lightning over shipping lanes dropped after regulating sulfur

Lightning activity over shipping lanes decreased significantly after international regulations on ship emissions were enacted.

California

fromSan Jose Inside

CA Withdraws New Clean-Air Rules Before Trump Can Reject Them

California has abandoned its diesel truck regulations due to the anticipated opposition from the incoming Trump administration, jeopardizing air quality initiatives.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London politics

London Marathon: Runners with heart or lung issues warned pollution will be higher than normal

London Marathon occurring with moderate pollution; health precautions advised for vulnerable individuals.

fromHomebuilding

4 days ago

UK politics

Government caves in as wood burning stoves allowed in Future Homes Standard, despite health warnings

Modern wood-burning stoves will be allowed as secondary heat sources in new homes, despite health and environmental concerns.

U.S. ports fear that federal funding to clean up pollution could be canceled

The shift towards electrification of port operations aims to reduce air pollution in nearby communities.

Federal funding is critical for decarbonization efforts at U.S. ports, with $3 billion allocated under recent climate initiatives.

Nearly half of Americans breathing in unsafe levels of air pollutants report

Americans are increasingly exposed to harmful air pollutants, primarily due to climate change and environmental policy rollbacks.

How lightning over shipping lanes dropped after regulating sulfur

Lightning activity over shipping lanes decreased significantly after international regulations on ship emissions were enacted.

California

fromSan Jose Inside

CA Withdraws New Clean-Air Rules Before Trump Can Reject Them

California has abandoned its diesel truck regulations due to the anticipated opposition from the incoming Trump administration, jeopardizing air quality initiatives.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London politics

London Marathon: Runners with heart or lung issues warned pollution will be higher than normal

London Marathon occurring with moderate pollution; health precautions advised for vulnerable individuals.

fromHomebuilding

4 days ago

UK politics

Government caves in as wood burning stoves allowed in Future Homes Standard, despite health warnings

Modern wood-burning stoves will be allowed as secondary heat sources in new homes, despite health and environmental concerns.

more#climate-change

#environmental-impact

Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's xAI accused of pollution over Memphis supercomputer

Elon Musk's xAI supercomputer project is facing backlash in Memphis over significant air pollution and regulatory issues.

fromTheoldguybicycleblog

Bicycling

Cycling and Air Pollution: Tips for Staying Safe

Cycling can both reduce traffic and exposure to air pollution in urban areas; strategies exist to mitigate the health risks associated with cycling.

Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's xAI accused of pollution over Memphis supercomputer

Elon Musk's xAI supercomputer project is facing backlash in Memphis over significant air pollution and regulatory issues.

fromTheoldguybicycleblog

more#environmental-impact

Bicycling

Cycling and Air Pollution: Tips for Staying Safe

Cycling can both reduce traffic and exposure to air pollution in urban areas; strategies exist to mitigate the health risks associated with cycling.

fromwww.nature.com

Microplastics Make It into Your Food through Plant Leaves

Airborne microplastics are a significant route for plastic contamination in plants, raising health risks through the food chain.

London

fromianVisits

2 weeks ago

The London Buzz - 11th April 2025

Lambeth Council is investing £120,000 to reshape Brixton with new public strategies.

Hackney Council is reviewing rejected blue badge applications after watchdog concerns.

Bond Street is again Europe's most expensive shopping street.

Gas boilers are now the primary source of London's air pollution.

#environmental-policy

Miscellaneous

Widespread use of electric bikes could help curb Pakistan's heavy air pollution. Can its grid support them?

Pakistan ranks as the fourth-most polluted country in the world, with Lahore noted as the most polluted city due to motorbike emissions.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Environment

Chemical Industry Asks Trump for Exemption From Pollution Limits

Chemical industry groups are seeking exemptions from new air pollution limits due to high compliance costs.

fromWIRED

Miscellaneous

Can Artificial Rain, Drones, or Satellites Clean Toxic Air?

Delhi is facing its worst air pollution in eight years, with PM2.5 levels spiking dangerously high.

fromABC News

Miscellaneous

Thai authorities seek to ease air pollution in capital by offering free public transport

Bangkok's public transport is free for a week to combat severe air pollution.

Miscellaneous

Widespread use of electric bikes could help curb Pakistan's heavy air pollution. Can its grid support them?

Pakistan ranks as the fourth-most polluted country in the world, with Lahore noted as the most polluted city due to motorbike emissions.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Environment

Chemical Industry Asks Trump for Exemption From Pollution Limits

Chemical industry groups are seeking exemptions from new air pollution limits due to high compliance costs.

fromWIRED

Miscellaneous

Can Artificial Rain, Drones, or Satellites Clean Toxic Air?

Delhi is facing its worst air pollution in eight years, with PM2.5 levels spiking dangerously high.

fromABC News

more#environmental-policy

Miscellaneous

Thai authorities seek to ease air pollution in capital by offering free public transport

Bangkok's public transport is free for a week to combat severe air pollution.

#community-health

fromLos Angeles Times

California

California biofuel project aims to cut wildfire risk, but at what cost?

South Stockton residents face severe air pollution challenges, exacerbated by a proposed biofuel project that risks worsening local environmental conditions.

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

NYC parents

Haringey set to expand School Streets scheme to SIXTEEN more schools

Haringey's School Streets initiative expands to enhance safety and sustainability around schools, promoting healthier travel for children.

fromLos Angeles Times

California

California biofuel project aims to cut wildfire risk, but at what cost?

South Stockton residents face severe air pollution challenges, exacerbated by a proposed biofuel project that risks worsening local environmental conditions.

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

NYC parents

Haringey set to expand School Streets scheme to SIXTEEN more schools

Haringey's School Streets initiative expands to enhance safety and sustainability around schools, promoting healthier travel for children.

more#community-health

#environmental-justice

Online Community Development

How residents and environmental officials are trying to clear the air in East Oakland

Community members are unaware of the term 'fugitive dust,' which hampers reporting and awareness regarding air pollution.

East Bay (California)

Jet fumes over East Oakland but not Alameda? Groups say new OAK deal reinforces historic inequities

The settlement agreement on airport expansion may worsen pollution and reinforce inequities for East Oakland communities.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Miscellaneous

Weigh in on Berkeley's disaster readiness, environmental justice at Saturday workshop

Berkeley is updating its General Plan to enhance climate resilience and environmental justice with community input and significant funding.

Online Community Development

How residents and environmental officials are trying to clear the air in East Oakland

Community members are unaware of the term 'fugitive dust,' which hampers reporting and awareness regarding air pollution.

East Bay (California)

Jet fumes over East Oakland but not Alameda? Groups say new OAK deal reinforces historic inequities

The settlement agreement on airport expansion may worsen pollution and reinforce inequities for East Oakland communities.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

more#environmental-justice

Miscellaneous

Weigh in on Berkeley's disaster readiness, environmental justice at Saturday workshop

Berkeley is updating its General Plan to enhance climate resilience and environmental justice with community input and significant funding.

#public-transport

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Alternative transportation

Leading the charge: how a drive for electric vehicles is cleaning up Nepal

Nepal's electric vehicle adoption is surging, with over 70% of imported passenger vehicles being electric, aiming to combat severe air pollution.

London

Everything to know about the Silvertown Tunnel: Opening date, charges and more

Silvertown Tunnel will open on April 7, 2025, aiming to ease traffic congestion.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Alternative transportation

Leading the charge: how a drive for electric vehicles is cleaning up Nepal

Nepal's electric vehicle adoption is surging, with over 70% of imported passenger vehicles being electric, aiming to combat severe air pollution.

London

Everything to know about the Silvertown Tunnel: Opening date, charges and more

Silvertown Tunnel will open on April 7, 2025, aiming to ease traffic congestion.

more#public-transport

London politics

fromwww.bbc.com

High air pollution alert issued for London

High air pollution alert issued in London, warning residents to take precautions.

Air pollution is a significant health risk, contributing to many premature deaths.

#health-impact

Artificial intelligence

fromFuturism

AI Linked to Growing Cancer Risk

AI data centers greatly harm public health, causing pollution-related diseases and financial burdens on communities.

NYC politics

fromCity Limits

Bill Aims to Curb Truck Traffic Pollution From Mega-Warehouses That Move Your Packages

New legislation aims to hold companies accountable for toxic emissions from warehouses.

The indirect source rule seeks to mitigate air pollution from truck traffic in low-income communities.

Artificial intelligence

fromFuturism

AI Linked to Growing Cancer Risk

AI data centers greatly harm public health, causing pollution-related diseases and financial burdens on communities.

NYC politics

fromCity Limits

Bill Aims to Curb Truck Traffic Pollution From Mega-Warehouses That Move Your Packages

New legislation aims to hold companies accountable for toxic emissions from warehouses.

The indirect source rule seeks to mitigate air pollution from truck traffic in low-income communities.

New rules that could increase California gas prices placed on hold. Here's why they were paused

California air pollution regulation changes that may raise gasoline prices are currently on hold for review, sparking criticism from legislators and environmental groups.

#health-crisis

fromwww.mercurynews.com

OMG science

Nearly everyone in the world breathes bad air. This is what you can do to lower your risk

Air pollution affects 99% of the global population, with severe health implications.

Understanding pollutants is crucial in combating air quality issues.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

The air is killing us': why Delhi's pollution problem runs deeper than smog season

Delhi's severe air pollution poses a catastrophic health risk, with a dramatic decrease in life expectancy for its residents.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Nearly everyone in the world breathes bad air. This is what you can do to lower your risk

Air pollution affects 99% of the global population, with severe health implications.

Understanding pollutants is crucial in combating air quality issues.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

The air is killing us': why Delhi's pollution problem runs deeper than smog season

Delhi's severe air pollution poses a catastrophic health risk, with a dramatic decrease in life expectancy for its residents.

Common household products create plumes of indoor air pollution

Indoor air pollution can be more harmful than outdoor pollution, often caused by common household products.

Health

Urgent warning over trendy wood burning stoves

Wood burning stoves produce more pollution than road traffic, contributing significantly to harmful PM2.5 levels and posing serious health risks.

Immediate action is crucial to mitigate woodburning emissions and improve public health.

Miscellaneous

Video. Second day of extreme pollution in Sarajevo

Sarajevo faces health risks from severe winter pollution due to coal and wood heating.

Health

How Los Angeles wildfire smoke affects mental health

Wildfire smoke is more toxic than other air pollution sources and adversely affects cognitive health.

fromKqed

Science

Gas Stoves Pollute the Air Inside Your Home. Here's How to Keep It Clean | KQED

Induction stoves offer efficient, safe cooking options, appealing to families concerned about safety around children and the elderly.

Common household products create plumes of indoor air pollution

Indoor air pollution can be more harmful than outdoor pollution, often caused by common household products.

Health

Urgent warning over trendy wood burning stoves

Wood burning stoves produce more pollution than road traffic, contributing significantly to harmful PM2.5 levels and posing serious health risks.

Immediate action is crucial to mitigate woodburning emissions and improve public health.

Miscellaneous

Video. Second day of extreme pollution in Sarajevo

Sarajevo faces health risks from severe winter pollution due to coal and wood heating.

Health

How Los Angeles wildfire smoke affects mental health

Wildfire smoke is more toxic than other air pollution sources and adversely affects cognitive health.

fromKqed

Science

Gas Stoves Pollute the Air Inside Your Home. Here's How to Keep It Clean | KQED

Induction stoves offer efficient, safe cooking options, appealing to families concerned about safety around children and the elderly.

Miscellaneous

A million cars have disappeared: What NYC is like after one month of congestion pricing

New York City's congestion pricing has led to reduced traffic and increased use of public transit, showcasing early positive results.

fromwww.amny.com

Miscellaneous

Congestion pricing continues to bring fewer cars into Manhattan, MTA data shows

Congestion pricing in NYC is effectively reducing traffic entering Manhattan, leading to safer streets and faster bus travel.

Miscellaneous

A million cars have disappeared: What NYC is like after one month of congestion pricing

New York City's congestion pricing has led to reduced traffic and increased use of public transit, showcasing early positive results.

fromwww.amny.com

Miscellaneous

Congestion pricing continues to bring fewer cars into Manhattan, MTA data shows

Congestion pricing in NYC is effectively reducing traffic entering Manhattan, leading to safer streets and faster bus travel.

more#congestion-pricing

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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Design

Wonder Live Corridor Public Art / Sata Na Architect

The WONDER LIVE CORRIDOR promotes urban ecological balance amidst severe air pollution in Bangkok.

London

Blackwall and Silvertown tunnel tolls 'could worsen traffic jams elsewhere'

The Silvertown Tunnel will open with a toll on April 7, affecting traffic around central London.

fromNew York Post

Miscellaneous

Dozens picket concrete recycling plant that has been blanketing Brooklyn in dust for a year: 'Always getting sick'

Residents of Cobble Hill are protesting a city-run concrete recycling facility due to pollution concerns and a lack of communication from city officials.

Miscellaneous

Warmer homes and healthier people: what's not to like about a low-carbon future?

The transition to net zero emissions promises significant health and environmental benefits, including improved air quality and enhanced living conditions.

Alternative medicine

fromNatural Health News

Scented candles and holiday fragrances may actually harm your home's air quality

Home fragrance products may enhance scent but can degrade indoor air quality and health.

Living within 330 yards of water may reduce risk of mental decline

Living near water reduces cognitive decline in older adults, offering potential benefits for mental health as they age.