UN Environment Programme

Air pollution glossary: Key terms for understanding the air we breathe

Ahead of this year’s International Day of Clean Air for blue skies , we’ve built a glossary of the terms most important for ...
Phys.org

Aerosols from pollution are shifting rainfall from land to sea in Southeast Asia, study finds

Tiny airborne particles known as aerosols, from biomass burning, urban pollution, and industrial emissions, can dramatically alter rainfall, cloud formation, and atmospheric stability. A new study led ...
Phys.org

Face masks release microplastics and chemicals that could harm people and the environment, study finds

The global use of face masks surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, but many have since been discarded as waste, contributing to land and water pollution. As these masks break down, they can release ...
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Water Pollution Policies and the American States: Runaway Bureaucracies or Congressional Control?

Your institution does not have access to this book on JSTOR. Try searching on JSTOR for other items related to this book. Lawmaking and Water Pollution Policy: Can Congress Clean the Water? 1 ...