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Air Quality Woes Grips Major Cities, Adding to India’s Pollution Trouble
It’s not just Delhi that has been making headlines for poor air quality, but two more major Indian cities, Kolkata and Mumbai, have joined the alarming trend. The air quality index (AQI) in Kolkata on Wednesday surged to 192 while Mumbai’s air quality fell under the poor category with an AQI of 112. On November […]
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By Bhadra Mahapatra
15 Nov 2023
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Animals & Wildlife Highlights Marine Pollution
A Drop In the Ocean
Marine life is caught up in a vicious man made pollution cycle. Everyday, we come across photos marine life found trapped in plastics, fishing nets, washed up into the shores. In this episode of Eco-Lens, we unwrap the issue of plastic pollution affecting the marine ecosystem and the creatures living in it through the eyes […]
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By Bhadra Mahapatra
05 Oct 2023
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Delhi Government Rolls Out Winter Action Plan To Curb Air Pollution 
Every year, as winter approaches, Delhi is enveloped in a thick shroud of smog, leading to hazardous levels of air quality that pose serious health risks to its residents. In the Capital city, air pollution shortens the lives of its residents by around 11.9 years, according to data released by Air Quality Life Index (AQIL). […]
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By Bhadra Mahapatra
26 Sep 2023
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Air Pollution From Fires Hits World’s Poorest Hardest
In a world grappling with the relentless challenges of climate change, a new study shines a spotlight on a perilous and often overlooked consequence: landscape fires and their insidious link to air pollution.  The research, recently published in the prestigious journal Nature, reveals a disheartening reality—air pollution stemming from these fires disproportionately affects the world’s […]
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By LMB Staff
25 Sep 2023
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Agriculture Air Pollution Highlights
Delhi Gears Up To Tackle Air Pollution For Winter Season 
Ahead of the winter season, Delhi has declared war against air pollution and has taken various measures into consideration to make the national capital free from toxic air. Delhi Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, chaired a meeting with various stakeholders to identify problem areas and solutions to tackle them. During the meeting, 15 points were highlighted […]
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By Bhadra Mahapatra
15 Sep 2023
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Air Pollution Health Highlights
Breath Of Change: Clean Air Innovations
For the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, we talk with the founders of two cleantech startups from India — Swachh and Chakr Innovation — working towards tackling the problem of air pollution. Where the former works towards the ambient air, the latter works targets the emissions from diesel generators, both are committed […]
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By Danish Alam
11 Sep 2023
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Collaborative Solutions for Clean Air
Air pollution is a pressing global issue that affects the health, environment, and overall quality of life. It requires collective efforts and collaborative actions to mitigate its impact and pave the way for a healthier and sustainable future. The roundtable discussion around the theme for 2023, ‘Together for Clean Air’, seeks to bring together industry, […]
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By LMB Staff
07 Sep 2023
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Agriculture Highlights Pollution Stories
Pesticides Enhance Air Pollution
According to an UNEP report, about 385 million cases of non-fatal unintentional pesticide poisonings have been estimated to occur every year, with approximately 11,000 deaths.  In this episode of Vayu Sakhi, we travelled to Hapur, in Uttar Pradesh, and spoke to women from various fields about air pollution and how pesticides are aiding it.These women […]
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By Bhadra Mahapatra
14 Jul 2023
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Unlocking The Power Of Air Quality Index
According to UNEP, 3.8 million people die each year from household air pollution. Air pollution has a profound impact on women, affecting their health, livelihoods, and overall well-being. Women, particularly those living in near industrial zones or in villages, are often exposed to high levels of pollutants due to their daily activities and roles within […]
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By Bhadra Mahapatra
11 Jul 2023
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Health Highlights Pollution Stories
Curbing Pollution Will Reduce Cardiovascular Diseases In Europe
The European Environmental Agency (EEA) study found that reducing pollution in Europe could lead to controlling cardiovascular diseases. In the assessment, it was seen how by controlling exposure to pollution, and mitigation plans in accordance with climate change, the risk of people suffering from heart attacks could be reduced.  How environment impacts health The study, […]
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By LMB Staff
23 Jun 2023
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Air Pollution Health Highlights
 Delhi drowned in dust. Here’s how you can protect yourself 
A dust storm accompanied by strong winds hit Delhi, on Tuesday, causing reduced visibility and impacting air quality. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that the dust storm will continue for the next two days. The sudden gusts of wind lifted localised dust particles, exacerbating air pollution in the capital city. The IMD’s daily update […]
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By LMB Staff
17 May 2023
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Mumbai Unveils Stringent Measures To Tackle Air Pollution
After a seven-member expert committee submitted its recommendation to BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), suggesting measures to tackle air pollution in the city, the civic body has formulated its ward-wise action plan. In a circular issued by additional municipal commissioner Dr Sanjeev Kumar last month, the BMC had notified the need for ward-level task forces to […]
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By Smitha Verma
10 Apr 2023
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Health Highlights Pollution Stories
Curb pollution to control superbugs: UNEP
Around 10 million people could die annually by 2050 due to antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) said in a report launched in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Tuesday, highlighting the need to curtail pollution created by the pharmaceuticals, agricultural and healthcare sectors.  The study highlights how the major causes of this looming crisis are […]
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By Danish Alam
08 Feb 2023
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Delhi Most Polluted Indian City In 2022, Air Marginally Clean In Four Years 
India’s national capital remains at the top when it comes to polluted cities in 2022, as per a report released by the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). Based on an analysis of air quality monitoring data, Delhi ranked the most polluted Indian city in 2022, with an annual average PM 2.5 concentration of 99.71 ug/m3. […]
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By Bhadra Mahapatra
11 Jan 2023
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#WeForNature Air Pollution Building A Clean Future
India’s capital under the grip of ‘severe’ air pollution
Once again, as winter sets in, the capital city of India has been engulfed in severe air pollution. The thick smog that blanketed Delhi for the second consecutive day has led to GRAP coming into force.  The poor air quality is primarily due to unfavourable meteorological conditions and raging farm fires in Punjab. For the […]
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By LMB Staff
04 Nov 2022
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#WeForNature Air Pollution Building A Clean Future
Transboundary air pollution needs more accountability
As winter months approach one of the most heated topics of discussion in several cities across the world would be air pollution. Especially in several cities in India, the air quality index (AQI) has started showing to be ‘poor’.  The significance of individual action in bringing about a meaningful change in global warming and environmental […]
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By Supriya Patil
19 Oct 2022
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#WeForNature Building A Clean Future Plastic & Waste
The teen on a mission to clean up Lagos
Misimi Isimi was just eight-years-old when she first started getting bothered by the waste around her neighbourhood. “Growing up it was difficult for me to breathe in society with a huge amount of waste littered everywhere,” says the Lagos resident. So she took up a broom and a trash bag and started cleaning. She did […]
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By Smitha Verma
13 Sep 2022
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#WeForNature Building A Clean Future Climate Change
Seven terms on climate change that you should know about
In the conversation on climate change, there are always terms which remain unclear and confusing. But there is no need to worry. LetMeBreathe will explain these seven climate change terms that you should know about.  Climate Finance – A term which is used in international conferences and events. But what does it mean? About 95 […]
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By Sahil Sharma
30 Aug 2022
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How human hair mops work for oil spills
Picture that drain full of hair in the bathroom or the corner in your room where all of your dog (or cat) fur accumulates. Where does all of that hair and fur go? Typically, it will end up in a landfill. But what if we told you that your hair could save oil spills and […]
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By Shamita Harsh
08 Jul 2022
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E-waste and the circular economy
Where does your old smartphone go after you have thrown it off in the dustbin? The waste might end up in landfills and add on to the existing waste management problems. At a time when the world is inching towards Net Zero, it is important for citizens to understand appropriate methods of electronic waste disposal, […]
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By Nikita Bishnoi
29 Jun 2022
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Know all about World Oceans Day
Our oceans cover over 70 percent of the planet. It is our life source, supporting humanity’s sustenance and that of every other organism on earth. The ocean produces at least 50 percent of the planet’s oxygen, it is home to most of earth’s biodiversity, and is the main source of protein for more than a […]
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By LMB Staff
08 Jun 2022
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Impact Plastic & Waste Plastic Pollution
The habit changer bags
Would we like to swap single-use plastic bags with cloth bags? We certainly do. We however often forget to carry cloth bags before heading out to shop?  What happens next? We are back with more single-use plastic bags.  A Delhi-based NGO ‘Why Waste Wednesdays’ created a method for people to borrow cloth bags from the […]
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By Nikita Bishnoi
17 May 2022
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Plastic & Waste Pollution Stories sustainability
UK set to conduct a plastic census
In an innovative and citizen engaging move, thousands of people in the UK will count their plastic waste for a week in a national survey to figure out how much they consume. Around 140,000 people across the UK are expected to participate in this survey. The count, put together by the organisation Everyday Plastic and […]
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By Sahil Sharma
16 May 2022
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Green Foot Forward
Who would have thought that discarded plastic bottles and single-use plastic bags can be converted into footwear? But for Ashay Bhave, a 23-year-old entrepreneur, this was an opportunity that wasn’t going to be wasted. Ashay Bhave started to manufacture shoes out of segregated waste which includes plastic bottles and single-use plastic bags. His brand Thaley […]
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By Nikita Bishnoi
11 May 2022
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10 Carbon terms you should know about climate change
Many times when we are reading about climate change or watching a video on it, there are terms used, which may not be familiar to the common lingo. Worry not. We can help.  Here are 10 terms that you should know about before reading or watching anything on climate change. Decarbonisation: This means decreasing the […]
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By Sahil Sharma
11 May 2022
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Mining e-waste: A sustainable way to extract metals
Scientists have said that the recycling of e-waste must urgently be ramped up because mining the Earth for precious metals to make new gadgets is unsustainable. A recent campaign being run by The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) says there now needs to be a global effort to mine e-waste, rather than mining the Earth. […]
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By Sahil Sharma
10 May 2022
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Climate Change Pollution Stories sustainability
Decoding Greenwashing
During the last Conference of Parties on climate change, which was COP26, a lot of activists, including Greta Thunberg had complained about corporates and multinational companies ‘greenwashing’ during many talks and discussions. We heard the term, we agreed with the passion of the activists, but do we really know what they were talking about? As […]
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By Sahil Sharma
02 May 2022
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Air Pollution Climate Change Pollution Stories
Let’s start climate conversations
Time has come for us to move from being unconscious to conscious humanbeings about Climate Change. The most urgent threat that every species on this planet is facing is climate change.It’s sad that some of us are more aware about new movies and album releases but not about the impact of climate change despite it […]
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By sai
12 Apr 2022
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Health Heath Pollution Stories
Residents breathe foul at Dadu Majra in Punjab; government initiates action
As we celebrate World Health Day on April 7, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than 13 million deaths around the world each year will be due to environmental causes. Not surprising, that the WHO has dedicated this year to ‘Our Planet, Our Health’ to keep humans and planet healthy and create societies […]
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By suchamojo
07 Apr 2022
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Air Pollution Pollution Stories
Fire at Ghazipur landfill rages on, authorities struggle to douse the flames
The fire at the Ghazipur landfill is yet to be controlled, 48 hours after it first broke out, said a news report by NDTV. Officials of the fire department confirmed that there has been no casualty reported till now, but it will take some time to extinguish the flames and complete the cooling process. “Efforts […]
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By LMB Staff
30 Mar 2022