Open Access Government | New modeling from the University of Waterloo warns that climate change could make unhealthy air a routine reality, with up to 100 million Americans facing frequent air quality alerts and vulnerable populations potentially needing to stay indoors for nearly half the year by 2100.

Newsweek | Hazardous PM2.5 levels across parts of California have prompted EPA warnings for residents to stay indoors and avoid all outdoor activity, as the fine particles pose serious health risks by penetrating deep into the lungs and bloodstream.

American Lung Association | A family’s experience with a child born with a rare lung condition highlights the long-term respiratory challenges children can face and the importance of ongoing pulmonary care and support.

BBC | Seasonal agricultural burning and wildfires have pushed PM2.5 levels in Chiang Mai to “very unhealthy” levels, prompting some families to consider relocating due to worsening health impacts from recurring smoke pollution.

World Health Organization (WHO) | WHO is seeking consultancy support to collect and analyze household and health facility energy access data, update global databases, and contribute to SDG 7 reporting and related publications on clean cooking, electrification, and health impacts.

Oklahoma.gov | Oklahoma regulators have begun reviewing an air quality construction permit for a proposed Emirates Global Aluminum smelter in Inola, with public meetings scheduled to gather community input as part of the permitting process.

State of Michigan | Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy significantly expanded its public data access in 2025 by launching dozens of new interactive maps, dashboards, and open data resources to improve environmental transparency and accessibility.

Stockholm Environment Institute | An article argues that the UK must adopt a unified national strategy for indoor air quality, emphasizing better ventilation, monitoring, and regulation in public buildings where people spend most of their time.

Colorado Public Radio | A proposed Colorado bill requiring data centers to fund clean energy and grid upgrades has sparked conflict between environmental groups and labor unions concerned about job losses and economic impacts.

Open Access Government | New modeling from the University of Waterloo warns that climate change could make unhealthy air a routine reality, with up to 100 million Americans facing frequent air quality alerts and vulnerable populations potentially needing to stay indoors for nearly half the year by 2100.

Newsweek | Hazardous PM2.5 levels across parts of California have prompted EPA warnings for residents to stay indoors and avoid all outdoor activity, as the fine particles pose serious health risks by penetrating deep into the lungs and bloodstream.

American Lung Association | A family’s experience with a child born with a rare lung condition highlights the long-term respiratory challenges children can face and the importance of ongoing pulmonary care and support.

BBC | Seasonal agricultural burning and wildfires have pushed PM2.5 levels in Chiang Mai to “very unhealthy” levels, prompting some families to consider relocating due to worsening health impacts from recurring smoke pollution.

World Health Organization (WHO) | WHO is seeking consultancy support to collect and analyze household and health facility energy access data, update global databases, and contribute to SDG 7 reporting and related publications on clean cooking, electrification, and health impacts.

Oklahoma.gov | Oklahoma regulators have begun reviewing an air quality construction permit for a proposed Emirates Global Aluminum smelter in Inola, with public meetings scheduled to gather community input as part of the permitting process.

State of Michigan | Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy significantly expanded its public data access in 2025 by launching dozens of new interactive maps, dashboards, and open data resources to improve environmental transparency and accessibility.

Stockholm Environment Institute | An article argues that the UK must adopt a unified national strategy for indoor air quality, emphasizing better ventilation, monitoring, and regulation in public buildings where people spend most of their time.

Colorado Public Radio | A proposed Colorado bill requiring data centers to fund clean energy and grid upgrades has sparked conflict between environmental groups and labor unions concerned about job losses and economic impacts.