Category Archives: Air Quality

Pollution near equator has biggest impact on global ozone levels, study finds 

When it comes to air pollution, a new study has found countries close to the equator do more damage than their northern neighbours, even when those in the tropics produce fewer emissions. When it comes to air pollution, a new … Continue reading

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1,200 premature deaths caused by air pollution in Ireland 

Approximately 1,200 people die prematurely in Ireland every year as a result of air pollution. “In Ireland the premature deaths attributable to air pollution are estimated at 1,200 people,” states today’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s report. “The most common causes … Continue reading

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Ban on crackers, deregistration of old diesel vehicles: Delhi govt’s measures to tackle pollution 

The Delhi Lieutenant Government Najeeb Jung has directed agencies to ensure that immediate measures are taken to ensure the steps taken to mitigate Air Pollution in Delhi are strictly implemented. The Delhi government on Monday listed out measures which will … Continue reading

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Indian government declares Delhi air pollution an emergency 

Capital’s schools closed for three days and building work halted as harmful pollutants reach a level 15 times the safe limit The Indian government has declared severe levels of toxic air pollution in Delhi an “emergency situation” as administrators announce … Continue reading

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Polluted air means city walkers and cyclists should watch their speed 

  Walking and cycling are good exercise, but in urban settings, increasing your breathing rate can mean inhaling more polluted air. In a new study, Alex Bigazzi of the University of British Columbia has pinpointed optimal walking and cycling speeds … Continue reading

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Diesel vehicles face charges after UK government loses air pollution case

Ministers now bound to implement new measures to cut toxic air quickly after high court ruling that current plans are so poor they are illegal Drivers of polluting diesel vehicles could soon be charged to enter many city centres across … Continue reading

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Madrid poised to restrict cars in city centre amid air pollution fears 

With high nitrogen dioxide levels in Spanish capital, council is on verge of halving number of cars allowed in Madrid’s city council is on the verge of temporarily slashing the number of cars allowed into the city centre by half … Continue reading

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Danish pressure leads to less shipping pollution in Baltic and North Seas

From 2021, ships sailing the North Sea and the Baltic Sea must significantly reduce their nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. Following Danish pressure, the UN’s International Maritime Organisation (IMO) approved the more stringent legislation this week. “Denmark has worked for several … Continue reading

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