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    How to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke

    How to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke

    Hundreds of wildfires originating in Canada descended over the midwest and eastern U.S. this June. While some regions in the west and in the south of the country are more accustomed to smoke, orange skies and ash are a new sight for others.  As climate change progresses and global temperatures rise, scientists warn that the […]

    In ‘Landmark’ Decision, Court Approves London Ultra Low Emissions Expansion That Could Bring Cleaner Air to 5 Million People

    In ‘Landmark’ Decision, Court Approves London Ultra Low Emissions Expansion That Could Bring Cleaner Air to 5 Million People

    A challenge to London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), which covers almost all of Greater London, by five local authorities has been dismissed by the city’s high court. London Mayor Sadiq Khan extended the zone intended to reduce pollution in the city of around nine million people to encompass an additional five million in some […]