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“Toxic Tour” highlights air pollution’s human toll

The Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ) is a nonprofit organization that has worked on social and environmental issues in the inland valleys of Southern California for more than 35 years. Read More >

London to impose new daily charges on polluting vehicles to fight air pollution

In 2019, London mayor Sadiq Khan imposed a fee on drivers of “most polluting cars” in order to drive in the city. Learn more. Read More >

Barcelona implements Europe’s largest car ban to-date in a leap to reach WHO standard air quality

The proposed car ban will affect residents in Barcelona and 39 surrounding municipalities, removing more than 100,000 cars from the roads. Read More >

Magnetite from air pollution may be linked to Alzheimer’s

New research has discovered toxic mineral particles – known as magnetite – in the brains of people who lived in heavily polluted areas of Mexico and the U.K. The particles, smaller than 2 microns in diameter, have been linked in other studies to Alzheimer Read More >

AirVisual Earth: A mesmerizing visualization of the damage our pollution is having on the planet - and ourselves

The WHO estimates 92% of the world breathes unsafe air - but what does that really look like? AirVisual Earth is the first to show the shocking state of the world’s health, in real time. Read More >

Is poor air quality to blame for your singing problems?

A paper published by the University of Illinois School of Public Health identified the primary environmental hazards that affect singers’ ability to sing. They include: low humidity, airborne particles, chemicals, and dust. Read More >

E-waste is a growing problem worldwide

Electronic devices will eventually be discarded as electronic waste, and millions of tons of e-waste winds up in landfills every year. It is an environmental and health nightmare of enormous magnitude. Read More >

Humidifiers can improve indoor air when used correctly

A poorly maintained or improperly used portable humidifier can certainly put your health at risk. But there is also plenty of evidence that a properly maintained and operated humidifier can help keep you healthy. Read More >

The causes of Sick Building Syndrome

Learn what can happen when poor air quality within a building causes illness. Read More >

Paris confronts worst wintertime pollution in 10 years with bold transport limitations

The City of Light enters its fourth day of traffic restrictions in a bid to ease the persistent smog Read More >

Poor air quality can hurt athletes and their performance

Discover how poor air quality can impact athletic performance and health, especially for those training in urban environments.

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