Cutting Air Pollution May Unexpectedly Reshape Ocean Fertility And Climate Feedbacks

by Ryan Wilmot | Mar 22, 2026 | Headlines

EurekAlert! | 22 March 2026 | A modeling study finds that future air pollution controls could significantly change ocean nitrogen deposition and marine productivity, with coordinated reductions in both ammonia and nitrogen oxides needed to avoid unintended increases...

Amid Record San Diego Heat Wave, Pollution In South Bay Is Spiking

by Ryan Wilmot | Mar 22, 2026 | Headlines

inewsource | 22 March 2026 | Rising hydrogen sulfide gas and bacteria levels linked to sewage pollution in the Tijuana River are raising health concerns in San Diego County, prompting calls for better public alerts and coordinated response to protect residents.

Do You Smell Smoke In Southwest Bexar County? Here’s Why.

by Ryan Wilmot | Mar 21, 2026 | Headlines

KSAT | 21 March 2026 | A smoldering mulch fire in Bexar County has caused smoky conditions and air quality concerns across parts of San Antonio as shifting winds spread smoke through the area.

Why The EPA’s Reversal On Heavy Metal Air Pollution Is Cause For Concern

by Ryan Wilmot | Mar 21, 2026 | Headlines

JAMA Network | 21 March 2026 | Recent EPA rollbacks on mercury and hazardous air pollutant regulations from power plants have raised public health concerns, as experts warn weaker standards and reduced monitoring could increase exposure to toxic heavy metals.

Air Pollution Linked To Greater Health Risks In Poorer European Regions, Study Finds

by Ryan Wilmot | Mar 20, 2026 | Headlines

Euronews.com | 20 March 2026 | A new study found that poorer regions in Europe face significantly higher mortality risks from air pollution due to socioeconomic vulnerability, weaker healthcare systems, and lower adoption of clean energy and pollution controls.

‘Smokeless’ Fuels Produce More Ultrafine Particles That Get Embedded In Lungs, Study Shows

by Ryan Wilmot | Mar 20, 2026 | Headlines

The Guardian | 20 March 2026 | New research shows that so-called “smokeless” fuels may produce significantly higher levels of ultrafine particles than wood or coal, potentially creating new indoor and outdoor air pollution health risks despite producing less visible...