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Plastic Pellets Cause Deformities in Ocean Animal Embryos

In a recent paper published in the journal Chemosphere, researchers from the University of Exeter revealed that high levels of plastic pollution can fatally impact the embryos of various ocean animals.

17 Apr 2024

Anguil Industrial Acquires Young & Bertke Air Systems Company

Chris Anguil, President and Deborah Anguil, Chief Operating Officer of Anguil Environmental Systems Inc. (Anguil), a globally recognized leader in industrial pollution control technologies and services, proudly announce the formation of Anguil Industrial, LLC, to complete the acquisition of Young & Bertke Air Systems Company, a distinguished mechanical contractor in Cincinnati Ohio.

From Anguil Environmental Systems 17 Apr 2024

Australia and Singapore Partner in $20M Initiative to Reduce Maritime Emissions

Australia and Singapore, which is home to the world’s busiest transshipment hub, have partnered on a $20 million initiative to help reduce emissions in the maritime sector.

17 Apr 2024

Researchers Lay Out How to End Global Plastics Crisis and Tackle Climate Crisis on Eve of UN Plastics Treaty

Next week, negotiators from 175 countries will gather in Ottawa, Canada for the last major round of UN plastics treaty negotiations (April 23-29) before the treaty is finalized — expected in late 2024 in Busan, Korea.

17 Apr 2024

High Concentrations of Small Microplastics in Surface Water Samples

In Antarctica, microplastic pollution levels surpass previous estimates, according to a recent study.

10 Apr 2024

How Global Supply Chains Shape Air Quality

Industrial activity produces carbon monoxide emissions, which are a powerful indication of total air pollution levels and have major health effects on people.

9 Apr 2024

Study Reveals 11 Million Tons of Plastic is on Ocean Bed

Recent findings from CSIRO, Australia's leading science agency, and the University of Toronto reveal that approximately 11 million tons of plastic waste is currently accumulated on the ocean bed.

5 Apr 2024

Synergizing Climate Action: China's Integrated Approach to Air Quality and Carbon Neutrality

China faces the dual challenges of air pollution and climate change, with significant implications for public health and the environment. The Chinese government has initiated a synergetic approach to tackle these issues simultaneously, aiming for carbon neutrality and clear sky.

28 Mar 2024

Researchers Report Encouraging Results for Managing Water Pollution

The degradation and quantitative monitoring of a mixture of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are emerging pollutants that contaminate various ecosystems due to oil and other fossil fuel spills and improper disposal of industrial waste, are described in an article published in the journal Catalysis Communications. This approach is simple, effective, and sustainable.

27 Mar 2024