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Choked: Delhi’s pollution level is fives times worse than just eight years ago as experts warn air quality is as noxious as Jharia coal town

Delhiites are breathing poison. If you thought CNG had made the Capital’s air cleaner, then it’s time for a reality check. The alarming pollution levels have blackened Delhi’s air to such an extent that it ranks alongside coal town Jharia … Continue reading

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Air pollution in Putney and Brixton up to three times higher than EU limits

Air pollution in some parts of London is three times higher than European-recommended safe limits, research reveals today. Scientists at King’s College London monitored 100 sites around the capital last year, measuring levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), which is caused … Continue reading

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Limits for air pollution ‘breached across London’

Air pollution in 2011 was so high in London that EU limits were exceeded at most monitoring sites close to busy roads, according to figures released today by the London Assembly. Research at 100 monitoring sites by King’s College London … Continue reading

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The Effects of PM10

You might think people look ridiculous wearing masks, but look at the scientific literature on the effects of PM10 (particles smaller than 10 microns) on lungs/heart/cancer and you won’t be laughing any more. For scientific literature, click here: PubMed What does … Continue reading

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Winter air pollution returns to Hastings NZ

A cold start to winter has meant that there have already been five exceedances of the national air quality standards in Hastings this winter. Napier also came close to exceeding last weekend. via Winter air pollution returns to Hastings | … Continue reading

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