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EPA limits carcinogenic emissions at 218 US plants
Speed Read The new rule aims to reduce cancer-causing air pollution in areas like Louisiana's 'Cancer Alley'
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The push for net zero
The Explainer Britain has committed to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. What will this involve?
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Poor pollution regulation (still) impacts the lives of Gulf Coast residents
Under the Radar Many people in the region are experiencing health problems as a result of nearby refineries
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SUVs: the scourge of the streets?
Talking Point 'Hulking vehicles' are more dangerous and polluting than smaller cars but offer a sense of safety
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Could bacteria solve the world's plastic problem?
The Explainer Scientists are genetically engineering bacteria to break down plastic
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Indoor air pollution: the dangers inside your home
feature Pollutants contribute to millions of deaths in work places, schools and homes around the globe each year
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The world’s most polluted cities
feature Ongoing wildfires in Canada brought historic levels of toxic air pollution to New York
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Sounds of the city: should urban dwellers expect noise?
Talking Point Complaints put nightlife venues at risk but rising noise pollution threatens health and wellbeing
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Pros and cons of low-traffic neighbourhoods
Pros and Cons Car-reduction schemes have proved controversial in London
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Microbes found in Alps can digest plastics at low temperatures
Speed Read Cold-weather microorganisms could offer more sustainable and cheaper way to combat pollution
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What are ‘forever chemicals’ and how are they harmful?
feature The widely used pollutants have been linked to thyroid disease and cancers
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Brain-damaged seals attack bathers
feature And other stories from the stranger side of life
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Is the freeport to blame for loss of marine life in Teesside?
feature Bitter row has broken out between the government and fishermen over mass die-off of crabs and lobsters
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Water bill discounts: the customers due to save money
feature Watchdog orders Thames Water and Southern Water among others to repay millions to customers for missing targets
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