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Study links fine particles to death rates

Exposure to toxic air pollutants is linked to increased cardiovascular and respiratory death rates, according to a new, international study

Air pollution risks health of all, especially drivers, says TfL report

The Mayor of London has today published a report on the impact of coronavirus on London bus drivers. Green Party London Assembly Member Caroline Russell...

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Cairo, Egypt (image credit: Leshiy985/Shutterstock.com). There is no one-size-fits-all solution to the problem of Africa's declining air quality. A new report in Nature Geoscience argues...

Pollution dispersion in cities improved by trees, study finds

Trees in cities throughout the UK could be significantly improving the quality of the air we breathe by decreasing pollution levels for pedestrians, researchers...

PM and NO2 alerts during demolition

Envirochem Analytical Laboratories is undertaking perimeter particulate and NO2 monitoring for a client in a London district, during the demolition of a disused structure and subsequent construction project.

Roads and digital innovation: White paper presents highlights from local authority project leads

A seemingly ground-breaking government-funded initiative to accelerate innovation in the roads sector has published its latest white paper, looking at the role of digital...

Nanoparticle monitoring first in Brighton

In late December the University of Brighton set up a £250,000 advanced air quality monitoring station, said to be the first of its kind...

Sponsored content: Hospital-grade air purifier makes Newsweek’s list of Best Infection Prevention Products 2021

Air purification specialist Rensair has been included in Newsweek’s list of Best Infection Prevention Products 2021. Newsweek, in partnership with the Leapfrog Group, an...

Seminar explains use of AI to work faster and smarter in air quality

The Seminar programme at this year’s Air Quality & Emissions show (AQE 2024) will feature a presentation on the use of AI in air...
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Energy to the four in Vietnam

A fourth gas cleaning and energy recovery package from Acwa Air is helping a Vietnam province reduce its carbon footprint. The NSG Group plant at...

Road suction technology supported by clean air study

  Suction technology installed in roads offers a novel solution to the problem of urban air pollution, and a new study appears to support the...

Gas analysers support management of Swindon fire

GAS monitoring specialist Gasmet reviews some of the considerations behind the decision to establish an Air Quality Cell (AQC), and looks at some of...

What’s on at AQE 2018?

The organisers of the AQE show (21-22 November, Telford) offer a preview of what's on According to the World Health Organisation 4.2 million people die...

Swedish start-up launches air purification material for the art industry

A cellulose-based material protects artwork and sensitive objects from degradation by air pollutants, explains research-based startup firm Adsorbi AB (originating from Chalmers University of...
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Healthy choices helper?

An emerging class of personal air quality monitoring devices fills a need for people who care about pollution exposure in their immediate vicinity. This level of granularity does make a difference, it seems. Envirotec spoke to Rainer Kiirsk, who helped develop the AirSniffler, a seemingly ground-breaking product for its power consumption and sub- 70 price tag, as well as the usefulness of the software that runs alongside it.

Bus retrofit installations delivering cleaner air

Funded by Scottish Government and delivered by Energy Saving Trust, the Bus Emissions Abatement Retrofit (BEAR) scheme enables Scottish bus operators to retrofit their...

Geospatial and air quality data combine to provide tool for cyclists planning urban routes

A project combining Ordnance Survey (OS) geospatial data with real-time air quality data from EarthSense Systems is set to highlight clean cycle routes in...

Emissions analyser helps manage power station

A multiparameter emissions monitor at Thetford power station is being used to demonstrate to the Environment Agency that the plant is performing within the...

Final report on flagship air pollution reporting pilot scheme released

Thursday, 16 June marks the release of findings from a UK pilot scoping study looking at development of an air pollution reporting system...

Car passengers can reduce pollution risk by closing windows and changing route

Drivers and passengers can inhale significantly lower levels of air pollution by setting their vehicle’s ventilation systems more effectively and taking a ‘cleaner’ route...