Wildfire smoke and heatwaves undermine air quality gains
A new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that the increasing frequency of wildfires and heatwaves is reversing decades of progress in air quality management, posing a significant threat to human health and ecosystems worldwide.
The London Marathon went sub-two, but what were the runners breathing?
On Sunday 26 April 2026, a record 59,830 people streamed through the streets of London
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Government launches review of EV sales targets as ZEV mandate consultation opens
The UK government has launched a consultation on the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate, seeking
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The toxic trade-off of stricter car emission standards
Stricter vehicle emissions standards are dramatically reducing the overall amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
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Mercedes emissions trial to go ahead, despite appeal
In a significant development in the ongoing ‘Dieselgate’ case, a High Court judge has ruled
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New animation highlights dangers of wood-burning stoves
Environmental campaign group Mums for Lungs has teamed up with a researcher from Royal Holloway University to launch a new animated film warning of the hidden health dangers of wood-burning stoves.
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New film reveals ‘invisible’ fight for cleaner London air
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Understanding IQAir’s 2025 World Air Quality Report
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€6.5million PEACE-Air project launched in Donegal
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Health Equals continues campaign against unhealthy homes
Air pollution falls as Camden Town records 27% drop in NO2
Air pollution levels in Camden continued to improve in 2025, with nitrogen dioxide (NO2) concentrations
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Waste site ordered to halt crushing over dust concerns
The Environment Agency has suspended part of the environmental permit for a waste recycling site
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Food manufacturer fined after workers exposed to flour dust
A food manufacturer has been fined £120,000 after workers were exposed to dangerous levels of
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Wildfire smoke and heatwaves undermine air quality gains
A new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that the increasing frequency
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The London Marathon went sub-two, but what were the runners breathing?
On Sunday 26 April 2026, a record 59,830 people streamed through the streets of London
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UK’s first purpose-built science tower will track emissions in real time
A new 100m high facility officially opened today (24th August) at Balruddery Farm in Angus,
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Artists and activists unite for clean air event at Southbank Centre
Music, culture and climate campaigning will come together at Southbank Centre this weekend as artists,
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The Big Interview: Professor Helen ApSimon CBE
Professor Helen ApSimon played a pivotal role in making the west aware that a nuclear
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Introducing EJ magazine
Our sister title, Environment Journal, is now available in magazine format, marking an exciting new
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lastinghealth: ‘We’re only beginning to understand what these chemicals are doing’
Health was never part of Bob Woods’ career plan. After decades in finance and co-founding
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