The Latest Breaking News from Pollution

Hailed by environmental groups as a "gamechanger," the regulations take effect from 2032 and will also mandate that new, high capacity gas-fired plants slash their carbon dioxide output by the same amount -- 90 percent -- a target that would require the use of carbon capture technology.

The rules will require coal-fueled plants, including Texas plants that produced about 12% of power on the state’s grid this year, to reduce carbon emissions and mercury pollution and handle disposed coal ash more safely.

Researchers also find zebra finches 20% less likely to hatch from eggs if exposed to noise pollution

Fossil fuel and petrochemical campaigners at Ottawa summit outnumber scientists, EU and Indigenous delegates

EPA's new rule mandates coal plants to reduce emissions, supporting clean energy goals and combating climate change.

Fifteen years after the EPA said greenhouse gasses are a danger to public health, the agency finalized rules to limit climate-warming pollution from existing coal and new gas power plants.

The Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday announced a series of actions to address pollution from fossil fuel power generators.

Proliferation of hubs for online shopping disproportionately sited in low-income neighborhoods or communities of color

Report highlights alarming rise in US air pollution levels, urging immediate action for public health and environmental protection.

Study confirms Philip Morris International, Danone, Nestlé, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola are worst offenders

Campaigners fear growth duty will hamper water regulator’s ability to crack down on companies in poor financial state