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Pollution · JapanThe government is set to initiate firefighting support using Japan’s Quasi-Zenith Satellite System Michibiki in Thailand, where air pollution from forest fires is severe. Information about forest fires will be transmitted via satellite to ensure smooth communication, rather than solely relying on potentially unstable mobile phone signals. This approach aims to speed up firefighting activities to prevent the spread of substances that can cause he…See the Story
Michibiki Satellite System Bolsters Firefighting Efforts in Thailand; Enhancing Communication Amid Severe Air Pollution
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Pollution · United StatesAccording to the World Health Organization, air pollution is responsible for 7 million deaths annually, and could cost the global economy between $18–25 trillion by 2060 in annual welfare costs, or roughly 4–6% of world GDP. And with predictions that 7 in 10 people will make their homes in urban centers by mid-century, cities are fast becoming one of the frontlines in the global effort to clear the air. In this visualization, Visual Capitalist's…See the Story
These Are the 21 Most Polluted Cities in the U.S.
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Swimming · MontpellierIf you had planned to swim in Palavas this weekend, it will not be possible. Once again, Maera, the wastewater treatment plant in the city of Montpellier, overflowed due to last night's storms. The wastewater was discharged into the Lez and then into the sea, causing coastal pollution and a health risk for swimmers.See the Story
WEATHER. The storms caused the water treatment plant to overflow, swimming prohibited in Palavas because of pollution at sea
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Pollution · IndonesiaThe best part of “Savages” is its opening scene, which says less about the overall quality of Claude Barras’ sophomore feature and more about the strength of the vignette that establishes the stop-motion movie’s world. Against atmospheric music, the quote “The world does not belong to us. We borrow it from our children” flashes on screen, followed by images of a lushly rendered clay forest, brimming with life and energy. An adorable baby orangut…See the Story
‘Savages’ Review: This Claymation Environmental Adventure Is a Full-Throttled Attack on Colonialism
Pollution · MiddelharnisScientists have discovered that air pollution can cause voters to ultimately make different choices. During a recent study, Maastricht scientists found that heavy air pollution can cause voters to opt for opposition parties rather than ruling parties. Breathing in unhealthier air can impair the decision-making process, ultimately increasing negative emotions in [...] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl.See the Story
Research shows how opposition parties can sometimes win by using air pollution
Pollution · OttawaLast week, Lianne Rood decided to take a stand. Outside a Tim Horton’s restaurant in downtown Ottawa, the duly elected member of Parliament for the Ontario riding of Lambton—Kent—Middlesex announced that she would not be partaking of the chain’s coffee unless it discontinued its use of paper lids.See the Story
ANALYSIS | Plastic pollution is the new front in the culture war
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Jared Polis · Colorado Springs(COLORADO) — Governor Jared Polis signed a new legislation today that protects communities from pollution. The newest law will protect communities from aviation fuel lead emissions and noise pollution. HB24-1235 ensures that communities and airports coexist better by easing the transition to unleaded fuels from aircraft owners and airports. In addition, it ensures airports maintain sustained noise mitigation efforts. “Over the last few years,…See the Story
New law protects communities from noise and lead pollution
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