Category Archives: World News

Hong Kong to tighten power plant emission limits

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

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

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

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

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

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

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

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

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

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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State to monitor air pollution during Puja

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

KOLKATA: Environment minister Sudarshan Ghosh Dastidar flagged off two manual mobile air quality monitoring stations on Tuesday. These will measure air pollution during Durga Puja. The West Bengal Pollution Control Board (WBPCB) will set up environment awareness stalls in several … Continue reading →

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Pollution blackspot never fully tested

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

THE true extent of pollution at the Air Balloon roundabout is unknown because it is not considered a major road, the Standard can reveal. A 2011 report found harmful Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) levels exceeded national air quality standards. But other … Continue reading →

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Air pollution closely linked to heart health

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

A SUDDEN REDUCTION OF air pollution might improve adverse cardiovascular effects in healthy adults, according to a study that tracked pollutants and compared levels to blood markers before, during and after Beijing’s 2008 Olympic games. This is the first major … Continue reading →

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