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Smog obscures Dubai skyline on 'Health' day at COP28 climate summit

Dubai's glitzy skyline was obscured by a blanket of smog rated as "unhealthy" on Sunday as thousands of delegates attended the fourth day of the COP28 summit, which was designated as "health" day and where topics of discussion include air quality and the unhealthy affects of climate change.

France 24

Artists turn Cocos Islands trash into treasure

Cocos (Keeling) Islands artists are addressing plastic pollution by recycling everything from thongs to toothbrushes into artistic objects.

AAP

Gasping under pollution

75 words: God's gift of breath is now a luxury due to pollution. Man's consumerism, lifestyle, and food habits are to blame. The environment is a concrete jungle with little greenery, and survival is a challenge. Trees are cut down for wood and space, making air quality worse. We have…

The Hindu

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Biden rule aims to reduce methane emissions, targeting US oil and gas industry for global warming

The Biden administration on Saturday issued a final rule aimed at reducing methane emissions, targeting the U.S. oil and natural gas industry for its role in global warming as President Joe Biden seeks to advance his climate legacy

The Independent UK

EPA aims to slash the oil industry's climate-warming methane pollution

New EPA rules require oil and gas companies to slash climate-changing methane from their operations.

WEKU

Delhi: Air quality recorded as 'very poor' in several areas

The air quality in the national capital was recorded in the 'very poor' category in several areas, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Environmental scientist P.A. Ramachandran passes away

Prominent environmental scientist, engineer and writer P.A. Ramachandran passed away in Kerala. He had made significant contributions to environmental planning and protection. He had handled major roles in various State and Central govt. institutions. He designed and constructed industrial effluent treatment plants for the Ganga Action Plan. He was appointed…

The Hindu

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Invasion of alien plants in Kole wetlands: National Green Tribunal seeks response

NGT takes suo motu cognizance of alien plant invasion in Kerala's Kole wetlands. Notices issued to Principal Sec. of Environment, Kerala; Nat. Biodiversity Authority; Chairman, Kerala State Pollution Control Board; District Collector, Thrissur; Kerala Forest Research Institute; Kerala State Wetland Authority. Cabomba furcata, water hyacinth, Salvinia molesta threaten biodiversity, paddy…

The Hindu

Pepper Motion to bring an industrial boom in Punganur, says Chittoor Collector

Pepper Motion, world's first OEM in automotive industry, to invest ₹4,640 crore in Chittoor district's Punganur. 8,100 jobs to be created, pollution to be kept low. Construction to start Feb 2024, completed by 2027. Electric buses, trucks to be manufactured, parts to be made locally, vehicles to be exported. People…

The Hindu

Formula 4 night street race in Chennai | Madras High Court calls for MoU signed between T.N. and Racing Promotions Pvt Ltd

Madras HC seeks MoU between TN govt & RPPL for Formula 4 night street race on public roads; petitioners fear threat to public safety & pollution. Litigants question need to spend ₹42 cr this year & ₹15 cr annually for private event. AG compares it to IPL cricket. Petitioners fear…

The Hindu

Delhi Pollution: Air quality in national capital again recorded as 'severe'

The AQI at the Jahangirpuri and Dwarka sector 8 was recorded at 411 and 405 respectively, falling in the 'severe' category. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

How toxic air is affecting mental health in Rome

Study explores link between higher particle pollution and conditions such as anxiety disorders and depression

The Guardian - UK

New Catalyst Breaks Down Fishing Nets And Nylon-6, Offering A Solution To Plastic Pollution

Scientists develop high-tech process to easily degrade durable plastic pollution without harmful by-products

Zenger

As plastic production grows, treaty negotiations to reduce plastic waste are stuck in low gear

Plastic pollution has spread to Earth’s farthest reaches, with widespread effects on wildlife, the environment and human health. To curb this problem, U.N. member countries are negotiating a global treaty to reduce plastic pollution, which they aim to complete by the end of 2024.

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When indoor air becomes deadly

Household air pollution is a hidden source of death and illness and climate change seems to be making it worse

Dynamite News

Noise Pollution: Delhi police issues notification to prohibit blowing of horns at Delhi Airport's T-3

'It was necessary to prevent this harm by reducing the noise levels emitted from the use or blowing of horns...' Read further on Dynamite News:

International Business Times UK

Air Pollution From Fossil Fuels Kills 5 Million People Every Year: Study

The disease burden due to air pollution is now estimated to be on par with other major global health risks.

The Canberra Times

Fewer short flights would help tackle transport emissions: Rattenbury

Transport pollution is a 'problem area' for Canberra.

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New Zealand freshwater study sounds alarm over E coli pollution levels

The report Our Land and Water looks at how waterways are polluted by four major contaminants in 650,000 river segments, 961 lakes and 419 estuaries

The Guardian - UK

Air pollution from fossil fuels ‘kills 5 million people a year’

Of more than 8m deaths worldwide from outdoor air pollution, 61% linked to fossil fuels, finds study

The Guardian - US

Like a high-sodium diet: traffic pollution can cause rise in blood pressure – study

Study finds the spike in blood pressure can last up to 24 hours and may contribute to cardiovascular problems

The Hindu

Action plan sought for rejuvenation of Lakshmanateertha river

Local community in Hunsur concerned over increasing pollution of river Lakshmanatheertha; untreated sewage, biomedical waste, wet waste from hotels & restaurants, bottles, plastic mugs, paper cups from bars dumped into river. KSPCB conducted study, suggested CMC Hunsur provide 100% UGG system to entire town, yet to be completed. Rejuvenation of…

The Guardian - UK

‘A biodiversity catastrophe’: how the world could look in 2050 – unless we act now

The climate crisis, invasive species, overexploitation of resources and pollution could break down crucial ecosystems. We asked experts to lay out the risks and offer some solutions

The Independent UK

Coal power, traffic, waste burning a toxic smog cocktail in Indonesia's Jakarta

Pollution is causing respiratory illnesses and deaths to rise in Indonesia's island of Java, including the capital, Jakarta

The Hindu

Gujarat HC rejects a petition on ban of loudspeakers at mosques

Gujarat HC rejects PIL seeking ban on use of loudspeakers in mosques during azaan. Court calls it "wholly misconceived" and questions petitioner's claim of noise pollution. Asks for scientific evidence of decibel levels. Notes aarti with drums and music starts early at 3 a.m., yet doesn't cause noise

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