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First Thing: Biden to visit Israel at ‘critical moment’ for the region

US says it has reached agreement with Israeli government on provision of humanitarian relief for people in Gaza. Plus, how a little-known pollution rule keeps the air dirty for millions of Americans

The Guardian - UK

New SUVs are ‘reversing climate progress’ by emitting more pollution than old cars

Charity calls for more taxes on SUVs, making them more expensive to operate which would provide an incentive for consumers to choose greener options

The Independent UK

How gas utilities used tobacco tactics to avoid gas stove regulations

Gas stoves emit potentially harmful pollutants, but utilities and their trade group avoided regulation with tactics perfected by the tobacco industry to cast doubt on science showing health problems.

WEKU

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EU to crack down further on microplastics after glitter ban

The European Commission aims to cut plastic pellet pollution by 74% by the end of the decade

The Guardian - UK

What you need to know about the loophole hiding the extent of US wildfire pollution

Exceptional events rule has become ‘regulatory escape hatch’ for states that want to meet federal air-quality standards

The Guardian - US

Kochi Water Metro hits milestone of 10 lakh passengers in less than six months since launch

Kochi Water Metro achieved 10 lakh passengers in 6 months. Sanha Fathima, a Class VI student, was given gifts to mark the occasion. The service operates 12 boats between High Court Junction-Vypeen-Bolghatty and Vytilla-Kakkanad terminals. Construction of 6 more terminals is in progress. The electric-hybrid boats have won international recognition.…

The Hindu

‘I won’t pay for them to pollute my river’: why a UK water bills boycott is growing

Angler Mike Deacon is among a growing number of customers refusing to pay water companies as they protest against sewage spillages and contamination

The Guardian - UK

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Fear of reprisals prevent people calling out employers on climate, says charity

Workers can often be first to spot harms, from rule breaches and pollution to false sustainability claims

The Guardian - UK

US oil production hits all-time high, conflicting with efforts to cut heat-trapping pollution

United States domestic oil production has hit an all-time high last week, contrasting with efforts to slice heat-trapping carbon emissions by the Biden administration and world leaders

The Independent UK

Environmental activist T. Shobheendran passes away

Kozhikode bids tearful farewell to noted environmentalist T. Shobheendran, who inspired thousands to conserve nature. He devoted life to afforestation initiatives, fought river bank encroachments & water pollution. He was part of govt. machinery & won Vriksha Mithra Award in 2007. His death is an irrecoverable loss to society &…

The Hindu

Toxic PFAS from US military bases polluting drinking water, report finds

Plumes of ‘forever chemicals’ from at least 245 sites are contaminating water for nearby communities

The Guardian - US

Texas Wants to Adopt Outdated Cancer Risk Standard Despite Concerns

TCEQ is proposing to quietly adopt its 17-year-old cancer standard that leading scientists and public health officials call inadequate.

Texas Observer

Texas quietly moves to formalize acceptable cancer risk from industrial air pollution. Public health officials say it’s not strict enough.

Without public hearings, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is proposing to adopt its 17-year-old standard that scientists and public health officials say fails to account for cumulative air pollution.

The Texas Tribune

Himachal Pradesh HC says ULBs and PRIs will be personally responsible to ensure no waste is dumped in any of rivers, rivulets or streams

SHIMLA: In a matter related to the dumping of plastic waste, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh has directed to ensure that no waste is dumped in any of the rivers, rivulets or streams throughout the State. It said that for this purpose it is not only the Pollution Control…

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The Hindu

Environmental activist T. Shobheendran passes away in Kozhikode

Noted environmental activist T. Shobheendran, who inspired many with his passion for social forestry, passed away due to cardiac arrest. He initiated unique programmes to improve tree planting & conservation, & was part of various green movements & campaigns. He was a one-man army for his mission to "save earth"…

The Hindu

Islands of trouble in the Hussainsagar

The lake, 460 yrs old, is a silent sentinel to Hyderabad's tumultuous transformations. It's been eaten up by urbanisation & encroachments, & is now saturated with pollutants. Despite attempts to revive it, the lake's integrity has been violated by govt-sponsored projects.

The Independent UK

Mexico takes mining company to court seeking new remediation effort for Sonora river pollution

Mexico is pursuing a criminal complaint against the country’s largest copper producer seeking to force a new remediation program for river pollution in the northern state of Sonora

Fortune

6 ways climate change is hurting your health—and what you can do about it

Warming temperatures impact our food, water, air, and overall well-being.

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The Independent UK

Company drops plan for gas power plant in polluted New Jersey area

A power company has abandoned plans for a natural gas-fired power plant planned for an already polluted low-income area in New Jersey

WEKU

Climate rules are coming for corporate America

U.S. regulators are finalizing rules that will make publicly traded companies disclose information about climate change. Other jurisdictions have been announcing similar requirements.

Chicago Sun-Times

Mayor Johnson proposes Chicago Department of Environment

Unlike the former department scrapped by Rahm Emanuel, the new City Hall addition would not enforce pollution laws.

Newcastle Herald

House demolition underway as part of legacy pollution clean up

A further five properties will be demolished in the new year.

The Hindu

Government keen to push EV adoption in Karnataka: Ramalinga Reddy

Karnataka Govt. is committed to making EVs affordable to reduce traffic congestion, pollution & achieve zero carbon emissions. Minister Reddy spoke at the E-Mobility Show, highlighting tax incentives, financial support & promotion of indigenous EV components & batteries. Govt. role is to create a collaborative ecosystem for stakeholders, businesses &…

The Guardian - UK

Stockholm to ban petrol and diesel cars from centre from 2025

Scheme goes further than most, as Swedish city tries to reduce pollution and noise

The Hindu

Govt. should conduct independent study on pollution in Cuddalore SIPCOT: TVK

TVK protests against polluting industries in Cuddalore SIPCOT, citing health hazards to residents. MLA T. Velmurugan demands closure of polluting units, citing untreated effluents, and calls for independent study on health hazards. TVK warns of intensifying protests if govt. fails to act.

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