Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

By Gauthier Eppe Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are toxic chemicals that pose a significant threat to human health and the environment. 5 New sensitivity in food contaminant analysis POPs pose a significant threat to human health and the environment. ” American Journal of International Law 95.3

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 6, 2023

The last decade has seen some progress with studying plastic pollution, but there are still significant challenges, such as a lack of comparability of reported results, especially when it comes to microplastic particles. Few studies of pollution by MPs have been published in Brazil, especially regarding inland aquatic areas.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 26, 2020

These changes to our food systems could improve human and planetary health. On the recent World Food Day, the clarion call was clearer than ever: We must fix our food systems to improve human health, drive economic growth and save the planet from environmental collapse. Oliver Camp. Mon, 10/26/2020 - 01:30. Looking back with regret.

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The Environmental Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2022

One of the main threats to lagoons is pollution. The industrial and community wastewater discharge, irresponsible use of agricultural chemicals, land-based pollutants carried by storm water runoff, and the growth of tourism activities all contribute to the pollution of lagoons. Avoid Using Motorboats. Install A Rain Barrel.

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The Environmental Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Pollution can have significant effects on air quality. It can make simple tasks harder and have adverse effects on your health. The two main kinds of air pollution are ozone and particle contamination. You’ve probably heard people talking about ozone before, but you may be less familiar with particle pollution.

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

A consultation setting out plans for a mandatory digital waste tracking service in the UK was launched on 21 January 2022. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency and Scottish Government say they have been working with UK partners to develop a four-nation approach to digital tracking of waste movements. Data access controls.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Conspectus of Biomedical Waste Management. The COVID-19 pandemic has broachedumpteen pervasive challenges on multiple fronts- health, environment and economy. 2] Since March 2020, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued periodic guidelines under the.

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 7, 2020

After the World Health Organization deemed the outbreak a pandemic, stock prices began to plummet, global shipping became strained, and the prospect of a global economic recession was plastered over many morning newspapers. What do we do with household waste and recycling? It isn’t all bad news though.

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Envirotec Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2021

For the study, published in the journal Marine Pollution Bulletin , they measured stable nitrogen isotopes in groundwater, surface water, and macrophyte tissue to identify nitrogen sources impacting the Indian River Lagoon. Margaret Vogel collecting water samples in Indian River County for the study.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2022

Study traces the source of nitrogen pollution affecting the world’s second largest barrier reef. Agricultural operations are responsible for the vast majority of nitrogen pollution that flows into the Mesoamerican Reef Region, concludes an August paper appearing in the journal Ocean and Coastal Management.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Unite has described the latest talks as a ‘waste of time’ as the trade union accused Scottish Water bosses of proposing a revised offer with ‘more strings attached than a symphony orchestra’. Talks have been a waste of time. Unite general secretary Sharon Graham, said: “Scottish Water has failed to address the concerns of our members.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Amy Jones, Associate Director with environmental engineering firm Idom Merebrook, considers the challenges of meeting zero waste targets when recycling land for development. The race to zero waste is on, and the challenge is perhaps greatest in the construction industry, which is one of the UK’s largest producers of waste.

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DeSmogBlog

MARCH 6, 2024

Last week at the New York State Capitol, more than 300 advocates joined lawmakers for a rally to urge the passage of a landmark waste reduction bill that proponents say is the best piece of legislation in the country aimed at lessening plastic trash. percent of the plastic waste produced in the country per year.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2020

On 14 October, the European Commission adopted its new EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability , described as as a first step towards a “zero-pollution ambition for a toxic free environment” in the context of the EU Green Deal.

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Grist

MAY 18, 2022

World leaders aren’t doing enough to address pollution at its source, leaving nearly 9 million people each year to die from its effects. That’s the message delivered on Tuesday by public health experts from the Lancet Commission on Pollution and Health, a high-profile panel of scientific experts.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 3, 2021

Textiles and the fashion industry account for about 20 percent of global wastewater pollution, 10 percent of global carbon emissions and 17 million tons of municipal solid waste. The largest source of textiles in municipal solid waste is discarded clothing. Tammy Hsu and Michelle Zhu. Courtesy of. Close Authorship. Courtesy of.

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

New research investigates how to reduce pollutant emissions from vehicles without affecting engine performance, write the participants, the University of Malaga and the Future Power Systems Group of the University of Birmingham. Image credit: University of Malaga.

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Can big data, AI and chemical footprinting help the renewable energy sector avoid a toxic waste legacy? With more than 78 million tons of contaminated waste related to solar panels expected to hit landfills by 2050, this trend needs to be reversed. Some of these chemistries are unsafe for the environment and human health.

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Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2024

Over the last 50 years African nations have suffered from rapidly deteriorating air quality, making their cities some of the most polluted in the world. However, far too little has been done to try and combat the dangerous air quality with just 0.01% of global air pollution funding currently spent in Africa.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 5, 2021

It is more urgent than ever to shift from linear, use-it-up-and-throw-it-away models to a circular economy: where waste and pollution are designed out, products and materials are kept in use for longer, and natural systems can regenerate. Protect human health and biodiversity. Protect human health and biodiversity.

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Business Green

JUNE 7, 2021

Global assessment of soil pollution warns of major threat to food supplies unless urgent action is taken to accelerate adoption of sustainable farming practices and tackle industrial waste. Waste levels are also on the rise, with the report projecting an increase from two billion tonnes produced each year worldwide to 3.4

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GreenBiz

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Faced with the pressing challenges of resource scarcity, ocean plastic pollution and climate change, among others, it's clear that unique and unprecedented collaborations are required to solve complex global issues. That's why leading brands are participating in multi-year consortia to collectively advance a waste-free future.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Rivers are crucial parts of the global water cycle, contain important biodiversity, and are essential for human health. Improvements to waste water plants should be implemented along with more regulations. The findings were published on 24 September in the journals Global Change Biology and Ecological Solutions and Evidence.

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

An example of a pit latrine, where human waste is deposited in the soil where nature is able to safely sanitise it (image credit: Dr Simon Willcock, Bangor University). This includes pit latrine waste that gradually filters through the soil — a natural process that cleans it before it reaches groundwater.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The pledge asks the UK public to improve the country’s drain health and reduce the impact that waste is having on the climate and environment. At a time when we just cannot afford to be causing any more environmental damage, this has had significant ecological effects, and is increasing pollution in our waterways, says Lanes.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Late August saw the release of “Air Quality and Health In Cities”, the latest edition of The State of Global Air report, produced annually by the US Health Effects Institute. It attempts a snapshot of air pollution exposure in over 7000 cities worldwide, and its impact on health. Between NO2 and PM2.5,

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Envirotec Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Synthetic and natural microfibres from plastic pollution, the textile industry and fishing activities have increased dramatically in the environment, becoming the most common type of particles in the ocean. The study also raises the question of the environmental risk of microfibres.

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The City Fix

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Residents of Jakarta, Indonesia woke up on August 31, 2023, to a thick blanket of haze and news that their city was again ranked the most polluted in the world — one of many times during the last several months when air quality became.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2023

“Even though bed bugs themselves are not airborne, their ‘waste’ matter can potentially trigger allergy and asthma symptoms,” explains Lars. Blueair air purifiers filter at least 99.97% of pollutants from 0.1 Above) Graph showing the comparative sizes of common types of pollution particles. microns in size right through to PM10.

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Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2023

ECAS won the award for its work in spreading the message about how changes in drainage habits and waste disposal can help to protect the sewers and waterways from blockages and pollution. On a wider scale, unhealthy drains can lead to huge issues for the environment as a whole, from wet wipe islands to microplastics and pollution.

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Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 14, 2022

A new study appears to reveal rapid degradation in air quality in megacities in Africa, Asia and the Middle East – as well as increases in urban exposure to air pollutants hazardous to health. of up to 12% for ammonia and up to 11% for reactive volatile organic compounds. The researchers also found 1.5-

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Business Green

JANUARY 29, 2020

The UK's decarbonisation strategy should pay more attention to the public health benefits of lowering energy demand, the study from Green Alliance in collaboration with the Centre for Research into Energy Demand Solutions (CREDS) argues. For example, shifting just 1.7

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Unsustainable

APRIL 24, 2022

Preventing pollution and improving public health are only some of the benefits of global recycling. It also creates employment, saves money, and reduces waste.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Recycling technologies for end-of-life lithium ion batteries (LIBs) are not keeping pace with the rapid rise of electric vehicles, storing up a potentially huge waste management problem for the future, according to a new study. To recycle these efficiently, they must be disassembled and the resulting waste streams separated.

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Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

As face masks become even more critical in fighting the spread of COVID-19, they are also taking a toll on our waste stream and the environment. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), incinerators send particulate matter, heavy metals, acid gases, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and other noxious pollutants airborne. Photo: EarthTalk.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The government is facing yet more legal action over its environmental strategy, after a coalition of green and health groups today formally submitted a complaint to the Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) alleging Defra has acted unlawfully by missing the legal deadline to set new targets through the Environment Act.

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Grist

MARCH 28, 2024

Amid the commotion, an invisible gas often escapes unnoticed, warming the planet and harming our health: methane. At more than half of the hundreds of garbage dumps surveyed — in the largest assessment yet of such emissions — most of the pollution flowed from leaks, creating concentrated plumes. We need to have regulations in place.”

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