A new study conducted along the length of the Ganges River in South Asia has shed light on the extensive presence of microplastic particles in river sediments, air, and water. The research, published in the journal Science of the Total Environment, marks the first comprehensive analysis of microplastics in a major river system. Ganges study: … Read more
Climate change is increasing the intensity and frequency of heatwaves. This extreme heat, compounded by wildfires and desert dust, is having a measurable impact on air quality, human health and the environment, according to a new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). The 2023 WMO Air Quality and Climate Bulletin, the third in an annual … Read more
Breathing clean air could add around 5.3 years to the average lifespan of Indians. This positive impact is even greater in Delhi-NCR, where it could increase by about 11.9 years, according to the Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) by the University of Chicago’s Energy Policy Institute (EPIC). India holds the unfortunate title of being the … Read more
Once labelled the world’s dirtiest city by the UN in 1992, Mexico City has been making strides towards a greener future. Over the past 20 years, initiatives like “No-Drive Days” and a robust bike-sharing system have been introduced. However, despite these efforts, the city still ranks among the top 40 most polluted globally. Responding to … Read more
Fine particulate matter, known as PM2.5, is a hazardous air pollutant emitted from a variety of sources, including wood burning, electricity generation, and motor vehicles. It poses a significant threat to human health, especially in India and South Asia, where exposure to these tiny particles can cause severe damage to the heart and lungs, leading … Read more
Plastic pollution is not just a local concern but a worldwide menace that poses a significant threat to both humans and wildlife. Moreover, the recent revelation that plastic debris has been found in the excrement of the esteemed one-horned rhinos residing in Nepal’s renowned Chitwan National Park is quite alarming. Such a finding raises concerns … Read more
The Center for Science and Environment (CSE) has exposed a significant lack of air quality monitoring infrastructure in India through a comprehensive analysis. Michael Mann, a professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania, led the study, which reveals that only 12% … Read more
Air pollution is a major threat to human health, and there is increasing evidence linking it to various diseases. Recognizing this, organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and countries around the world have set strict standards to address air pollution. The United States, through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has also set its … Read more
In today’s fast-paced world, monitoring the quality of the air we breathe has become increasingly important. With increasing levels of pollution and concerns about indoor air quality, it is crucial to have reliable and accurate air quality monitors at our disposal. Globally, air pollution is the most serious environmental threat to public health, causing roughly … Read more
The state of air quality in the cities and towns of Rajasthan has become a matter of concern, as highlighted in an exclusive interview with Avikal Somvanshi, Consultant at the Center for Science and Environment’s Urban Laboratory. In an exclusive interview with Ground Report, Avikal Somvanshi, shed light on the worrying state of air quality … Read more
