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Investigation reveals regulator let firms off the hook on cleanup bonds despite backlog that will take decades to clearWhen Christiaan van Woudenberg moved to Erie, Colorado, in 2007, he never…
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Wildfires
‘Megafires’ in California, Canada, South Korea and Europe in 2025, but changes to farming slowed spread in parts of Africa“Devastating” wildfires ripped across the wealthier parts of the world in…
June 1, 2026
· 1 min read
Air Pollution
Researchers find breathing more air pollution can slow lung development all the way up to early adulthoodResearch shows that air pollution is slowing the lung growth of children in the…
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Summer
For some it’s ‘the music of May’. For others, it’s an antisocial irritation. But wherever you stand, be careful – or you could fall foul of the lawName: Lawnmower hum.Age:…
May 27, 2026
· 1 min read
Endangered habitats
Calaminarian grassland is a rare habitat where plants thrive in soils contaminated by heavy metals. But should these toxic meadows be protected or allowed to fade away?At first, the small…
May 27, 2026
· 1 min read
European Union
Supporters of deregulation want Europe to be more like the US. But that would serve only American interestsIn July 2024, a European Union law came into force requiring plastic bottle…
May 27, 2026
· 1 min read
Car Industry
Industry lobbying comes amid growing public concern over 'forever chemicals'
May 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Pollution
Bangladesh stands today at a dangerous environmental crossroads. While the nation continues its remarkable economic growth, driven by industrialization, urban expansion, and export-oriented manufacturing, another reality is unfolding…
May 26, 2026
· 9 min read
Environment
European Commission explains how to use existing Water Framework Directive flexibilities to speed up operations
May 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Climate crisis
Resolution backed by 141 states hailed as ‘new chapter’ that could improve climate diplomacy and litigation effortsWhen the UN general assembly voted overwhelmingly in favour of a landmark climate crisis…
May 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Federal Aid (US)
Melanie Malone led a research project to identify and study contamination sites in Washington State. Then the E.P.A. canceled her grant.
May 19, 2026
· 1 min read
Marine life
Study of Channel finds levels of toxic Pfas in Solent at 13 times safe limits in some places, with much coming from treated sewageScientists have found high levels of toxic…
May 19, 2026
· 1 min read