Just 12 countries have air pollution levels below WHO guidelines
Only 12 countries, regions and territories boast concentrations of toxic PM2.5 air particles below the WHO annual PM2.5 guideline of…
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Poor air quality persisting into 2025 in South Asian urban centres
Air quality in major urban centres in South Asia and Southeast Asia remained poor in January 2025, new data from…
Legally binding instrument on plastic pollution ‘crucial’, says Ellen MacArthur Foundation
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation has called for the urgent implementation of an international, legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, as…
Climate change can heighten impact of chemical pollutants, study finds
Climate change, specifically increased temperatures, can heighten the effects of chemical pollution on nature and human health, a new study…
European Union reports progress on SDG 11 targets
The European Union has outlined the progress it is making towards the goals of Sustainable Development Goal ‘Sustainable cities and…
Tackling plastic pollution should be a ‘priority’ for UK government, study finds
Three quarters of British consumers say that tackling plastic pollution should be a government priority, a survey by City to Sea has found.
Concerns over water scarcity higher among older generations, report finds
Concerns about access to safe, clean water are higher among older consumers, a new study by Ecolab has found.
What is the most climate-resilient city in Europe?
Amsterdam has been named the most ‘climate-resilient’ city in Europe, according to the European City Sustainability Study 2024 from CBRE.
Coffee grounds an innovative solution for clearing environmental toxins, study finds
Could used coffee grounds be repurposed to help clear up environmental toxins? A new study seeks to find out.
Effect of sustainable practices on financial performance explored in new study
A recent study published in the Scientific Reports journal outlines the consequences of sustainable practices by businesses.