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Supreme Court proposes expert panel to evaluate concerns, conditions for consent to Vedanta plant to operate in Thoothukudi

The copper smelting plant was permanently shut down on the orders of the Tamil Nadu government six years ago on grounds of pollution.

The Hindu

Wood-burning stoves largely offset fall in particulate pollution from roads in UK

Pollution from heating homes using solid fuel such as wood increased by 19% from 2012 to 2022, data shows

The Guardian - UK

Legal challenge over plans to relax sewage laws for housebuilders in England

Campaigners accuse government of ‘back door’ amendment to bring in pollution rule change that was defeated in Lords

The Guardian - UK

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Stakeholders should raise awareness about scientific methods of waste disposal: Deputy Commissioner

Belagavi Deputy Commissioner urges stakeholders to create awareness about scientific waste management practices for pollution reduction.

The Hindu

It is the moral duty of all to bequeath clean environment for future generations, says VTU Vice-Chancellor

A two-day conference on hazardous materials management and environmental practices emphasizes the need for sustainable development and pollution-free environment.

The Hindu

‘It’s impossible to breathe’: Delhi’s rubbish dumps drive sky-high methane emissions

Leaking, ‘super emitter’ landfills of India’s capital are a global hotspot for the potent greenhouse gas, according to satellite data

The Guardian - UK

Spell out action taken against construction without planning permission, Madras HC directs Greater Chennai Corporation

Madras High Court questions Chennai Corporation's action against illegal construction and noise pollution caused by a private hospital.

The Hindu

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Woodside dramatically expands oil and gas exploration spend despite net zero pledge

Australia’s largest oil and gas producer stands accused of distracting from credible action to cut emissions by greenwashing its fossil fuel plans

The Guardian - AU

‘It would be devastating’: inside Trump’s plan to destroy the EPA

Trump has made campaign promises to toss crucial environmental regulations – including dismantling the federal body with the most power to tackle the climate crisis

The Guardian - US

Locals stage protest demanding government action over factory pollution in Vizianagaram district

Protesters demand action against CPF India factory for causing pollution; officials promise to investigate.

The Hindu

Utah is pushing back against ever-tightening EPA air pollution standards

The Biden administration is unveiling new, stricter pollution standards for American cities such as Salt Lake City, Utah, which have long struggled with chronically dirty air.

WEKU

Asthma emergency admissions plunged as lockdown improved air, Oxford study finds

First study to tally asthma exacerbations with air pollution during pandemic finds numbers admitted to A&E fell 41% in 2020

The Guardian - UK

World's Biggest Flying Lab Comes To Asia On Air Pollution Mission

NASA has kicked off a series of marathon flights in Asia with the world's biggest flying laboratory, in an ambitious mission to improve the models that help to forecast and fight air pollution.

International Business Times

Whitefield residents complain of pollution as cattle grazers burn grass

Cattle grazers in Bengaluru's wetlands near Varthur lake are allegedly burning grass, causing air pollution and respiratory problems.

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First Thing: Palestinian groups accuse UN advisor of failing to warn about potential genocide

Letter sent to UN raises concerns about Alice Wairimu Nderitu’s ability to act with ‘effectiveness and impartiality’. Plus, have the Dutch found the answer to burnout culture?

Latin Times

Biden Strengthens US Soot Regulations, Angering Industry

President Joe Biden's administration on Wednesday announced tough new air quality standards it said were sorely needed to protect the health of vulnerable communities, though industry groups have said the move would devastate domestic manufacturing.

The Guardian - AU

Calls for more netted swimming spots in Sydney harbour after shark attack

Harbourside councils want to install more shark nets across city but say pollution remains a problem and requires state government funding

International Business Times

Biden Strengthens US Soot Regulations, Angering Industry

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Environment Agency failed to protect River Wye from chicken waste, court hears

Campaigners argue in legal challenge that loophole has allowed poultry farmers to pollute river

Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan and Transport for London misled Londoners over benefits of Ulez, advertising watchdog rules

The Greater London Authority or TfL breached its rules on three occasions, the watchdog said

The Hindu

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Advnture

"We must take bold action" – plastic pollution still plaguing National Parks

A new survey reveals plastic waste is still making up the majority of litter in US National Parks

The Hindu

Parliament proceedings | Rajya Sabha passes Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill 2024

Parliament proceedings: Rajya Sabha passes Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill 2024, Bhupender Yadav said that development and environment protection must go together

LiveScience

April 8 total solar eclipse: The best places to stargaze near the path of totality

The April 8 total solar eclipse will be visible from many large cities, but anyone looking for skies free of light pollution should check out one of these dark-sky parks and reserves in the path of totality.

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Paris Votes to Increase Parking Rates for SUVs in City Center

Parisians have voted to increase parking rates for SUVs in an effort to tackle air pollution and congestion. The measure aims to discourage the use of larg...

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