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Tag: Air Pollution

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Airborne Lead and Chlorine Levels Soared as L.A. Wildfires Raged

January 20, 2025January 20, 2025HIROKO TABUCHIComments Off on Airborne Lead and Chlorine Levels Soared as L.A. Wildfires Raged

The findings give new insight into the dangers of urban wildfires that burn plastics and other chemicals in homes and property.

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He Saved His Home From Fire. But Toxic Dangers Still Lurk.

January 15, 2025January 16, 2025HIROKO TABUCHIComments Off on He Saved His Home From Fire. But Toxic Dangers Still Lurk.

Health hazards from soot and smoke blown indoors onto furniture and walls can linger for months, researchers say: “Wind will get through every crack.”

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Far From the Fires, the Deadly Risks of Smoke Are Intensifying

January 11, 2025January 13, 2025HIROKO TABUCHIComments Off on Far From the Fires, the Deadly Risks of Smoke Are Intensifying

Researchers see a growing health danger from the vast plumes of pollution spawned by wildfires like the ones devastating Los Angeles.

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After Fierce Lobbying, Treasury Sets Rules for Billions in Hydrogen Subsidies

January 3, 2025January 3, 2025BRAD PLUMERComments Off on After Fierce Lobbying, Treasury Sets Rules for Billions in Hydrogen Subsidies

With a lucrative tax credit, the Biden administration is hoping to establish a new industry that might help fight climate change.

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Here’s How Much Cleaner Energy Could Save America, in Lives and Money

December 10, 2024December 11, 2024Cara BuckleyComments Off on Here’s How Much Cleaner Energy Could Save America, in Lives and Money

Widespread adoption of heat pumps could prevent thousands of premature deaths and save billions on energy bills, according to a new analysis.

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E.P.A. Bans Perc and T.C.E., Two Chemicals Used In Dry Cleaning

December 9, 2024December 9, 2024HIROKO TABUCHIComments Off on E.P.A. Bans Perc and T.C.E., Two Chemicals Used In Dry Cleaning

The two solvents, known as Perc and TCE, cause kidney cancer and other ailments, and have been the subject of years of controversy.

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Smog in Pakistan Smothers Lahore, Breaking a Vibrant City’s Rhythms

November 20, 2024Zia ur-Rehman and Betsy JolesComments Off on Smog in Pakistan Smothers Lahore, Breaking a Vibrant City’s Rhythms

Lahore comes alive at night. But this year’s record onslaught of cold-weather smog — residents call it the “fifth season” — has broken its rhythms.

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Delhi Trudges Through Another Air Pollution Nightmare

November 19, 2024Alex Travelli and Hari KumarComments Off on Delhi Trudges Through Another Air Pollution Nightmare

The government seems powerless to protect its citizens from this annual crisis, let alone prevent it.

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Emergency Declared as Smog Chokes Parts of India and Pakistan

November 18, 2024November 18, 2024Yan ZhuangComments Off on Emergency Declared as Smog Chokes Parts of India and Pakistan

The authorities in New Delhi closed schools and urged residents to stay home. Similar measures have been implemented in Punjab, Pakistan’s largest province.

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New York Joins a Global City Club, With a Deal on Congestion Pricing

November 14, 2024November 14, 2024SOMINI SENGUPTAComments Off on New York Joins a Global City Club, With a Deal on Congestion Pricing

The city will be the first in the U.S. to adopt a fee on driving in certain areas, with the aim of reducing traffic and pollution. For some other cities, that has long been the norm.

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