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Seeking clarity

Envirotec Magazine

sources include vehicle emissions, coal-burning power plants, industrial emissions, and burning agricultural waste. One clear finding from this year’s report is that its impact on health disproportionately affects poorer regions, with exposure levels particularly high in cities in parts of Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

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Prevention: A profitable mindset when it comes to gas leaks

Envirotec Magazine

Gas leaks are a risk in many industries, and when they occur, they can be incredibly hazardous and costly. CFCs have a high chlorine content and have been linked strongly to ozone depletion and global warming. And a leak might push systems to work harder, using more energy to maintain the same level of output. ? a refrigerant).

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