Jefferson County facilities reported 2.7 million pounds of toxic chemical releases locally in 2024. But data also revealed signs of progress.

Cigarette filters release two dozen microfibers upon first contact with water, threatening wildlife and human health.

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Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” have gained a lot of attention recently. The chemicals have been found in fruits and vegetables, drinking water, and ...

Global chemical pollution is outpacing regulation. The study highlights PFAS and pesticides and calls for stronger measures to protect people and the environment. (Nanowerk News) The rapid production ...

An atmospheric scientist at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, has ...

On Jan. 15, the EPA published a final rule to limit nitrogen oxide (NOX) emissions from turbines used at gas power plants and ...

Environmental pollution and resource depletion have intensified due to rapid industrialization, urban expansion, and increasing consumption of natural ...

A study commissioned by the European Commission confirms the significant financial burden of forever chemicals for European societies, with costs varying depending on political decisions.

Chemicals found everywhere from manicured lawns and farms to the kitchen cupboard are facing a potential crackdown from Connecticut lawmakers, who are raising concerns about the impacts on animals and ...