Leaded petrol is gone – but lead pollution may linger for a very long time
The world recently celebrated the end of leaded petrol, as sales ceased in Algeria.
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Immediate phase out of fossil fuels could keep warming below 1.5°C
Our research suggests it’s not too late to avoid drastic climate change – if we act now.
The physical activity paradox: not all forms of exercise lower your dementia risk – this type raises it
A major new study of 4.2 million people found leisure exercise cuts dementia risk – but manual labour and active commuting may raise it.
The UK needs a new independent body to protect the environment after Brexit
Even the very softest of Brexits will expose gaps in purely domestic environmental governance.
Blue ‘noctilucent’ clouds are appearing further south than ever seen before – and pollution may be a cause
‘Night-shining’ clouds normally found above the poles have now been seen as far south as Los Angeles.
MEPs will fight Brexit deal that lets the UK become an offshore pollution haven
Other EU members don’t want a neighbour that ignores air quality standards.
Electric vehicle owners face new pay‑per‑mile tax – what could be the environmental costs?
A new pay-per-mile tax on electric vehicles will make travel more expensive for those drivers, and could cause some to rethink buying an electric car.
Microplastics have even been blown into a remote corner of the Pyrenees
New research finds tiny particles in the atmosphere had been carried nearly 100km. Should we be worried?
From sunscreen to essential oils, why some personal care products could be harmful to your health
Personal care products, such as hairspray, perfume and deodorant, can contain potentially toxic chemicals. Here’s what you need to know.
Can noise pollution damage your health?
Too much background noise has been linked to heart disease, strokes and even holding back children’s learning.
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