Air pollution alerts without enforceable actions may be inadequate in protecting public health
The air quality alert programme in Toronto (Canada) had limited effects in protecting the public's health from air pollution between 2003 and 2012, according...
A new approach, not currently described by the Clean Air Act, could eliminate air...
Researchers wanted to know if the Clean Air Act is capable of reducing air pollution disparities or if a new approach would be needed....
Embedded gas sensing device promises simple, accurate volatile organic compounds detection
Emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids, volatile organic compounds include a variety of chemicals, and many are associated with adverse health effects...
The when, where and what of air pollutant exposure
Scientists have linked air pollution with many health conditions including asthma, heart disease, lung cancer and premature death. Among air pollutants, fine particulate matter...
Road verges could be havens for pollinators
Better-managed road verges can help boost pollinating insects, new research shows.
2020 tied for warmest year on record, NASA analysis shows
Earth's global average surface temperature in 2020 tied with 2016 as the warmest year on record, according to an analysis by NASA.
China is on track to meet its emissions goals for 2020
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Scientists uncover new clues about the climate and health impact of atmospheric particles
Peering inside common atmospheric particles is providing important clues to their climate and health effects, according to a new study by chemists. Secondary organic...
Rapid plant evolution may make coastal regions more susceptible to flooding and sea level...
Evolution has occurred more rapidly than previously thought in the Chesapeake Bay wetlands, which may decrease the chance that coastal marshes can withstand future...
Porous crystals made from plant extracts purify water from pharmaceutical pollutants
Researchers have developed porous crystals made from pomegranate extract to capture and degrade pharmaceutical molecules found in local municipal wastewater.
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