Category Archives: Air Quality

Air pollution study clears the air on diesel versus gas emissions

Are gasoline-fueled cars or large diesel trucks the bigger source of secondary organic aerosol (SOA), a major component of smog? UC Berkeley researchers have stepped into this debate with a new study that says diesel exhaust contributes 15 times more … Continue reading →

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City coughs up for hi-tech sensors to track pollution

Edinburgh is to become the first local authority area in Scotland to track levels of pollution hourly in a bid to cut down on harmful emissions. Environment chiefs are to install 20 advanced sensors along the A8 through Corstorphine – … Continue reading →

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India: Pollution monitoring station for Vyttila soon

The Kerala State Pollution Control Board will soon invite expressions of interest (EoI) from reputed companies to set up a continuous (online) ambient air quality monitoring station at Vyttila. The board hopes that the online ambient air quality monitoring station … Continue reading →

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Hong Kong to tighten power plant emission limits

Hong Kong announced new targets in its bid to cut emissions from power plants, part of an ongoing effort to tackle air pollution in the Chinese city that is regularly covered in smog. The government said it aims to slash … Continue reading →

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Welsh Government accused of ‘misleading’ public over air pollution

The Welsh Government has been accused of “misleading” the Welsh public on the extent of air pollution in Wales after figures appeared to contradict its claim the situation was improving. Environmental campaigners said that while the Welsh Government claimed air … Continue reading →

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INDIA: Air pollution to be monitored during festivities

Talking of pollution in the festive season may sound awkward but the fact is that the air and sound pollution during this season increases manifold and is a cause of concern, except for the puja organizers and authorities concerned. “Sensitive … Continue reading →

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Official air pollution data in Beijing still failing the public

Trial release of real-time air pollution data in Beijing ignites concerns over reliability of official reports, says China-based analyst who first broke data manipulation story in 2008. Real-time reporting of fine particulate pollution levels recently began at nearly all 35 … Continue reading →

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Perm Smells Bad

Perm residents complain of a strong smell of gas, which is felt in several parts of the city. Urban services are at a loss where he could cause unpleasant odor. According to official data, there are no leaks in the … Continue reading →

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