Tag: air_pollution
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San Pedro Bay Ports to Update on Clean Air Action Plan Progress
The Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles will update the public on their Clean Air Action Plan on July 28, detailing progress on zero-emissions initiatives, including clean trucks and marine fuels, and inviting public input.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEnvironmentClimate ChangeTransportationEnergyFederal GovernmentState Governments San Pedro Bay PortsClean Air Action PlanLong BeachLos AngelesZero-EmissionsAir PollutionEnvironmental PolicyPort of Long Beach
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports Hazardous Air Pollution Expected from July Fourth Fireworks
The Washington Post reports that internal National Park Service modeling forecasts hazardous air pollution and "very unhealthy" conditions in central D.C. due to July Fourth fireworks on the Mall.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEnvironmentFederal GovernmentSocial Issues National Park ServiceJuly FourthFireworksAir PollutionWashington D.C.The MallEnvironmental IssuesThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Appeals Court Upholds EPA Air Pollution Limits
The Washington Post is reporting that a U.S. appeals court upheld tightened EPA air pollution limits, thwarting efforts by the Trump administration and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentLegalEconomy U.S. Court of AppealsEnvironmental Protection AgencyAir pollutionBiden administrationTrump administrationU.S. Chamber of CommerceD.C. CircuitThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Iran-U.S. economic tensions, Quad security talks, German Constitution Day, and South African protests among top stories
DW News reports on Iran's economic resilience against U.S. pressure in the Strait of Hormuz, the Quad alliance's focus on Indo-Pacific security, Germany's Constitution Day, and anti-immigrant protests in South Africa.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesLegal Strait of HormuzIranQuad allianceGermanySouth AfricaAir pollutionDW News
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court Considers Nationwide Firecracker Ban
The Supreme Court is considering a nationwide ban on firecrackers to ensure pollution-free air for all citizens, not just those in Delhi, according to The Hindu. The court also expressed concerns for those dependent on the firecracker industry.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementIndiaNepalFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesEnvironment Supreme Courtfirecrackersair pollutionB.R. GavaiCommission for Air Quality ManagementDelhiThe Hindu