Tag: public health

Climate Change May Increase Arsenic Levels In Rice

Study finds climate change could increase arsenic in rice, raising health risks like cancer and heart disease.

Plastic Chemical Linked To 356,000 Heart Deaths Globally

Exposure to plastic chemicals like DEHP linked to 356,000 global heart disease deaths in 2018.

New York Sets 2027 Rule For Emissions Reporting

New York mandates 2027 emissions reporting for large emitters, laying groundwork for future cap-and-invest system.

Rising Salt Levels Threaten New York City’s Water Supply

Rising salt levels in NYC’s Croton reservoirs threaten water supply, prompting urgent action for solutions.

India 2047 Conference Focuses On Climate Resilience

India 2047 Conference focuses on building a climate-resilient future through adaptation strategies and policy.

Sierra Leone Launches Waste-To-Energy Facility Project

Sierra Leone launches a 30MW waste-to-energy project to tackle power crisis and environmental issues.

Nanoplastics Found On High Alpine Glaciers

UFZ scientists find nanoplastics on 3,000m+ Alpine glaciers, revealing global plastic pollution's far-reaching environmental impac...