Category Archives: World News

Iran: Air pollution reaching deadly levels in Tehran

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

Air pollution in Tehran has reached such dangerous levels. The state-run news media has blame the sand storms in the western provinces. In January this year, universities and government offices in Tehran were closed because of high air pollution. At … Continue reading →

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New study says diesel emissions can increase risk of cancer three-fold

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

A landmark government health study released last week provides evidence that the diesel engine exhaust that pervades California highways could be causing cancer at a greater rate than previously known. The study says miners exposed to diesel engine exhaust are … Continue reading →

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Air pollution clouds Chile’s cities, new law protects Costa Rica’s wildlife, and solar power brings energy to Mexico’s mountains

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

The Chilean government has approved new legislation to regulate emissions from the country’s mining smelters. The new law aims to reduce emissions of sulfur dioxide and arsenic by 53% and 37%, respectively. The regulated companies will have up to five … Continue reading →

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Ground-level ozone causes spring smog

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

During the 1950s when London was enveloped in pea-souper smogs, Los Angeles was struggling with a quite different air pollution problem. The London smogs were caused by coal smoke becoming trapped in the city in cold still conditions, whereas Los … Continue reading →

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Air pollution increasing acidity of Arctic Ocean

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

On top of record ice melts the Arctic Ocean is reportedly experiencing a greater rate of carbon dioxide absorption than previously thought. The increase in the amount of carbon dioxide being absorbed is making the waters more acidic, risking the … Continue reading →

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New alliance to push for air quality improvement

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

A major new alliance to push for better air quality was launched in Dublin this afternoon – amid a spirited row between environmentalist Duncan Stewart and Minister for Environment Phil Hogan. Chief executive of the Asthma Society of Ireland Sharon … Continue reading →

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Respro®’s response to mask sizes for women

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

Further to the article “New Travel Accessory for Beijing: Gas Masks” we feel that the overriding message regrettably places Respro® products as unsuitable for women. This simply is not the case. When it comes to masks there is no need … Continue reading →

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Pittsburgh summit explores health effects of air pollution

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

Travelers flying into Pittsburgh can see the dirty brown blanket that is the region’s air quality problem, even if those who live under it cannot. That’s part of the problem and a big reason air pollution continues to impact human … Continue reading →

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