Air Pollution
U.N. Expresses Grave Concern over Recent Pollution Evidence
A recent U.N. report studying atmospheric brown clouds finds that they are the newest, and perhaps the worst, threat to the world environment.
Causes of Air Pollution
When was the last time you stepped out of your house and inhaled clean and fresh air that really invigorated all your senses? Here’s a look at some of the causes of air pollution that has resulted in the thick smog which most city dwellers are subjected to.
Air Pollution Control Equipment Systems
Air pollution is a major cause for concern these days with increasing awareness of its harmful effects on the environment. Here is a discussion about it as well as a few air pollution control systems.
Air Pollution Facts
Here is an account of the adverse air pollution effects, and what you can do to protect yourself against it.
Air quality during heat waves
Air pollution "cooking" in the heat and hot sun during heat waves can knock asthma sufferers for a loop.
What are the health and environmental issues associated with the noise and air pollution at airports?
Researchers have known for years that exposure to excessively-loud noise can cause changes in blood pressure as well as changes in sleep and digestive patterns--all signs of stress on the human body.
Indoor Air Pollutions Can be Minimized for Health
Indoor air pollution can cause health hazards as well as be detrimental to the environment. Learn a few simple strategies to lessen this impact.
Air Pollution is Killing Millions of Americans
Air pollution is killing around 200,000 Americans a year and the number will increase in the years to come. The economic costs of air pollution is estimated this year to 100 billions and this amount will increase in the years to come. Body cleansing is more than necessary because we live in a very toxic world.
Air Pollutants May Affect the Respiratory System and Cardiovascular System
Air pollutants can cause variety of effects on health, ranging from biochemical and physiological changes to breathing difficulties, cough, and aggravation of respiratory and cardiac disorders. It left untreated, those medical conditions may result in hospitalizations and even premature death.
Air Pollution May Increase the Risk of Infertility and Heart Attack
The environment in developed countries has changed profoundly over the past few decades. In the United States, the result is appalling. Asthmatics have been numbered in the millions, not counting heart attack, infertility, asthma, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity disease.
How to Ensure your Safety against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Hotels
Health hazards related to carbon monoxide poisoning in hotels and motels without CO detectors.
Air Travel Carbon Emissions are destroying the Environment
Car and air pollution is contributing to climate change as car and air travel increases around the globe.
Four Steps To Take Now To Reduce Environmental Illnesses in Your Home
The majority of all family illnesses are either caused or aggravated by the air we breathe, the water we drink, the nutrient value in the food we eat or the things that come in contact with our skin. We can improve our family’s health by eliminating many of the toxins in our home environment.
Property Rights and Negotitating - Calculating Value for Air Pollution
The lack of defined property rights leads to the abuse of certain activities as a result of a differing perceptions regarding how choices/preferences affect marginal private benefits and correlating social costs.
Report: Millions breathe cancer-causing air in India
India, one of the most polluted countries in the world, does not even have a standard for many harmful chemicals and gases, and thus no monitoring nor regulation for them, the report said. Exclusive report by Vipin Agnihotri
Satellite Data Reveals Beijing As Air Pollution Capital of World
As it gears up to host the 2008 Olympic Games Beijing has been awarded an unwelcome new accolade: the air pollution capital of the world.
Air Pollution Linked to Sperm Damage
Air pollution can damage sperm, potentially leading to birth defects or miscarriages, according to research published yesterday. Scientists said the results were a warning of the number of chemicals commonly present in the air that can cause damage to human DNA.
Pollution Rules for Us Oil and Coal Eased
The US government gave the energy industry a big victory yesterday by relaxing the air pollution rules for coal-burning power stations and oil refineries.
Here is an account of the adverse air pollution effects, and what you can do to protect yourself against it.
Air quality during heat waves
Air pollution "cooking" in the heat and hot sun during heat waves can knock asthma sufferers for a loop.
What are the health and environmental issues associated with the noise and air pollution at airports?
Researchers have known for years that exposure to excessively-loud noise can cause changes in blood pressure as well as changes in sleep and digestive patterns--all signs of stress on the human body.
Indoor Air Pollutions Can be Minimized for Health
Indoor air pollution can cause health hazards as well as be detrimental to the environment. Learn a few simple strategies to lessen this impact.
Air Pollution is Killing Millions of Americans
Air pollution is killing around 200,000 Americans a year and the number will increase in the years to come. The economic costs of air pollution is estimated this year to 100 billions and this amount will increase in the years to come. Body cleansing is more than necessary because we live in a very toxic world.
Air Pollutants May Affect the Respiratory System and Cardiovascular System
Air pollutants can cause variety of effects on health, ranging from biochemical and physiological changes to breathing difficulties, cough, and aggravation of respiratory and cardiac disorders. It left untreated, those medical conditions may result in hospitalizations and even premature death.
Air Pollution May Increase the Risk of Infertility and Heart Attack
The environment in developed countries has changed profoundly over the past few decades. In the United States, the result is appalling. Asthmatics have been numbered in the millions, not counting heart attack, infertility, asthma, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity disease.
How to Ensure your Safety against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Hotels
Health hazards related to carbon monoxide poisoning in hotels and motels without CO detectors.
Air Travel Carbon Emissions are destroying the Environment
Car and air pollution is contributing to climate change as car and air travel increases around the globe.
Four Steps To Take Now To Reduce Environmental Illnesses in Your Home
The majority of all family illnesses are either caused or aggravated by the air we breathe, the water we drink, the nutrient value in the food we eat or the things that come in contact with our skin. We can improve our family’s health by eliminating many of the toxins in our home environment.
Property Rights and Negotitating - Calculating Value for Air Pollution
The lack of defined property rights leads to the abuse of certain activities as a result of a differing perceptions regarding how choices/preferences affect marginal private benefits and correlating social costs.
Report: Millions breathe cancer-causing air in India
India, one of the most polluted countries in the world, does not even have a standard for many harmful chemicals and gases, and thus no monitoring nor regulation for them, the report said. Exclusive report by Vipin Agnihotri
Satellite Data Reveals Beijing As Air Pollution Capital of World
As it gears up to host the 2008 Olympic Games Beijing has been awarded an unwelcome new accolade: the air pollution capital of the world.
Air Pollution Linked to Sperm Damage
Air pollution can damage sperm, potentially leading to birth defects or miscarriages, according to research published yesterday. Scientists said the results were a warning of the number of chemicals commonly present in the air that can cause damage to human DNA.
Pollution Rules for Us Oil and Coal Eased
The US government gave the energy industry a big victory yesterday by relaxing the air pollution rules for coal-burning power stations and oil refineries.