Air pollution ‘significantly’ affects lung function in the elderly
Another study has found exposure to high levels of air pollution ‘significantly’ affects lung function in the elderly. Researchers in…
Government will set PM2.5 target before 2022
It may be another three years until a target is set for reducing fine particulate matter (PM2.5), after the government…
Study links air pollution exposure to miscarriages
Scientists have found that high levels of air pollution increase the chances of miscarriage in pregnant women. The collaborative study…
Air pollution not only affects health, but also cognition
A recent study has investigated the impact of air quality on the performance of chess players. Researchers at the Institute…
Scotland passes Transport Bill to help improve air quality
A bill was passed in Scotland last week (October 10) to write into law amendments for Low Emission Zones (LEZs),…
Queen’s Speech confirms legally binding targets for air pollution
The government has confirmed that it plans to introduce legally binding targets for air pollution. The pledge was included in…
Colchester launches two-year air pollution project
Colchester Borough Council has launched a two-year project to raise awareness of air pollution in Colchester. Residents, businesses, schools and…
How to…replace diesel generators during power cuts
A new project will see on-board energy storage systems replace noisy and polluting diesel generators during power cuts and planned…
