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ARENA announces funding for lower-emissions steel pilot in Australia
Power Engineering International
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June 18, 2025
Blast Furnace. Image credit: 123RF The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has allocated AUS$19.8 million (US$12.9 million) in funding to the NeoSmelt steel pilot project at Kwinana, Western Australia. NeoSmelt, the largest ironmaking...
After decades of pollution, California community secures $550 million settlement from Chevron
Yale Climate Connections - Connecticut
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June 18, 2025
Transcript: The Chevron refinery in Richmond, California, produces over 200,000 barrels of oil a day. In the process, it contributes to air pollution in nearby areas, where many residents have asthma. And in 2012, a fire at the refinery caused...
Ozone high pollution advisory issued for Maricopa County on June 18
PHX Reporter - Arizona
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June 17, 2025
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Maricopa County, effective Wednesday, June 18, 2025. This advisory is due to expected ozone levels that may surpass the federal health standard....
Auto, cement, and refinery sectors outline net zero roadmaps amid rising emissions at ET Net Zero Forum 2025
ETEnergyworld.com
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June 18, 2025
New Delhi: Indian oil refineries have committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2046, ahead of the global 2050 target, as the sector currently contributes 2.55 per cent of national emissions and emits around 46 million metric tonnes (MMT) of...
Air Pollution Is ‘Keeping Kids Out of School’ in Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County, Study Shows
Inside Climate News
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June 18, 2025
In 2020, Dr. Deborah Gentile helped lead a study that showed children living near major sources of industrial pollution in Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County were diagnosed with asthma at triple the national rate—and quadruple for African American...
Europe sees surge in US-style factory farms as pollution and regulation gaps grow
Environmental Health News
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June 18, 2025
A wave of industrial livestock farming is transforming Europe's rural landscapes, driving pollution and regulatory failures while displacing small farms. Sandra Laville and Helena Horton report for The Guardian. In short: More than 24,000 factory...
Animals can tell us what pollution is left behind
Environmental Health News
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June 18, 2025
Preserved birds, fish, and coral are helping scientists reconstruct decades of toxic pollution, filling in environmental data gaps and pointing to hidden health risks today. Kiley Price reports for Inside Climate News. In short: Researchers are...
Environment experts seek science-backed treaty to curb plastic pollution
The Cable
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June 18, 2025
An expert group has called for a science-backed global treaty to end the menace of plastic pollution. Their resolution was published in the International Science Council (ISC) report. The report titled ‘Effective Progress and Implementation of the...
Reducing Ozone Pollution Can Prevent Early Deaths In Southeast Asia
Asian Scientist Magazine
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June 18, 2025
AsianScientist (Jun. 18, 2025) – Far above our heads, the ozone layer shields us from harmful UV rays. On the ground level however, ozone acts as a dangerous pollutant and greenhouse gas. Repeated ozone exposure can worsen respiratory and...
Global warming fuels an alarming increase in obstructive sleep apnea cases
Medical News
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June 18, 2025
New research reveals that rising global temperatures are fueling a sharp increase in sleep apnea cases, threatening health and workplace productivity worldwide unless urgent action is taken. Study: Global warming may increase the burden of...
Kukkarahalli Lake pollution: MGP flags Varsity apathy
Star of Mysore
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June 18, 2025
Mysuru: Despite being the custodian of Kukkarahalli Lake, the University of Mysore has failed to implement effective measures to prevent the inflow and accumulation of sewage water, drawing strong criticism from the Mysore Grahakara Parishat...
EC initiates penalty proceedings against Bulgaria over drinking water regulations, noise pollution
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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June 18, 2025
The European Commission has opened penalty proceedings against five countries, including Bulgaria, for incorrectly implementing changes to European drinking water regulations, BTA reports. The countries were supposed to implement the amended...
Air pollution cuts Nepali lifespan by 3.4 years, says World Bank report
Telengana Today
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June 18, 2025
Kathmandu Valley and Terai named chronic hotspots as toxic air triggers 26,000 premature deaths and drains over 6 % of Nepal’s GDP each year Published Date - 18 June 2025, 05:07 PM Kathmandu: Air pollution has become Nepal’s single largest health...
Air pollution reduces life expectancy in Nepal by 3.4 years: Report
The Hans India
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June 18, 2025
Kathmandu: Air pollution has emerged as the leading health hazard for death and disability in Nepal, with the Kathmandu Valley and the Terai region emerging as air pollution hotspots of the country, according to a new World Bank Report. The report...
Electric Mobility: A Way Forward to reduce Pollution, expert Says
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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June 18, 2025
Electric mobility is a way forward for the direction transport will take as the world moves away from fossil fuels. Mr. Sandeep Kumar, Climate Investment Advisor at the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), stated this morning in his presentation...
Lloyd’s List adds emissions data to Seasearcher platform
Port Technology International
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June 18, 2025
Lloyd’s List Intelligence has launched a new emissions performance feature in its Seasearcher platform, developed in partnership with carbon analytics firm Siglar Carbon. The integration aims to support faster, more informed decision-making by...
ASHRAE standard for quantifying greenhouse gas emissions open for public comment
Glass Canada
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June 17, 2025
ASHRAE and the International Code Council have announced the opening of a second public review period for proposed Standard 240P – Quantification of Life Cycle Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Buildings. The draft standard is available for public...
Dairy Methane Miracle: These Digesters Deliver 80% Emissions Drop and Turn Manure Into Massive Renewable Energy Wins
Sustainability Times
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June 18, 2025
IN A NUTSHELL 🌍 Researchers from the University of California, Riverside, discovered that dairy digesters can reduce methane emissions by 80%. 🚜 The study utilized advanced gas sensors to monitor emissions on a Tulare County dairy farm after...
UW study reveals how some wildfires could slow global warming
FOX 13 Seattle - Washington State
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A new study says increasing wildfires in Canada and Siberia could actually slow global warming. FOX 13 Meteorologist Abby Acone explains the research conducted by the University of Washington. SEATTLE - New data from the University of Washington...
Engine and emissions faults drive costliest LCV warranty claims
AM-online
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June 18, 2025
Engine faults and emissions-related components have topped the list of the most common and costly van warranty claims in the last year, according to data from Warranty Solutions Group (WSG). Alternators were the most frequently claimed-for...