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environment24 days ago•4 min saved

Lords urge curb on over-the-counter pet flea treatments to protect wildlife

A House of Lords environment committee urges restricting pet flea and tick spot-on treatments to professionals only, citing environmental risks from ingredients such as fipronil and imidacloprid that have been found in UK streams. The report recommends fewer over-the-counter sales, a risk-based approach to use, vet-led provisioning, clearer packaging warnings, and further research into environmental impacts; the government says it is reviewing availability to ensure correct usage, while industry groups defend the role of risk-based use in protecting animal and public health.

via BBC|

#environment #pets #regulation

environment1 month ago•10 min saved

NI rivers choking on slurry pollution as fish deaths spark calls for reform

Northern Ireland has seen more than 50,000 fish killed in river pollution over five years, including a 4,500-fish slurry spill in the Torrent River, with around half of incidents triggering no enforcement; authorities say agriculture, industry, and NI Water all contribute, prompting calls for tougher penalties and wastewater reforms to stop ongoing damage to rivers and wildlife.

via BBC|

#environment #fish-kills #northern-ireland

climate2 months ago•19 min saved

Algae blooms at the Reflecting Pool point to bigger climate-pollution problems

Experts say Trump’s pool-clearing efforts miss the real drivers of algae blooms—nutrient pollution and warming waters linked to climate change—making short-term fixes ineffective for preventing future blooms or protecting public health.

via The Washington Post|

#climate #climate-change #donald-trump

world3 months ago•6 min saved

Panipat's fast-fashion recycling comes with a heavy human and environmental price

Discarded garments from the U.S., U.K., Japan and others are shipped to Panipat, India, where they’re shredded, dyed and remade into textiles and rugs. The industry sustains hundreds of thousands of jobs but exposes workers to dust, hazardous chemicals and unsafe conditions, with little PPE or health coverage. Wastewater and chemical effluent flow into open drains and nearby water sources, contaminating farmland and affecting nearby communities, while regulatory gaps persist and health problems rise among workers and residents alike. The clothes may gain new life, but the people and environment pay a high price.

via CNN|

#fast-fashion #panipat #textile-recycling

environment4 months ago•68 min saved

Rare-earth mining runoff imperils Southeast Asian rivers

Photos show toxic runoff from rare-earth mining contaminating rivers in Southeast Asia, signaling environmental damage that could threaten ecosystems and local communities, and prompting calls for tighter oversight and cleanup efforts.

via AP News|

#environment #rare-earth-mining #rivers

environment8 months ago•2 min saved

Urgent Call for Action on Invisible Microplastic and Chemical Threats in Water and Air

A group of governors, led by New Jersey's Phil Murphy, has petitioned the EPA to monitor microplastics in tap water, highlighting concerns about their widespread presence and potential health risks, and urging regulatory action to better understand and address this invisible threat.

via Yahoo|

#environment #epa #microplastics

environment10 months ago•4 min saved

NASA Satellite Reveals Massive Coastal Sewage Spill

NASA's satellite imaging spectrometer on the International Space Station has detected a large sewage spill from the Tijuana River into the Pacific Ocean, using a specific spectral feature at 620 nanometers to track the pollution's extent and movement, aiding in environmental monitoring and public health efforts.

via Earth.com|

#environment #nasa #satellite

environment11 months ago•2 min saved

Most U.S. Beers Contain Toxic 'Forever Chemicals'

A study found that 95% of beers tested in the U.S. contain PFAS 'forever chemicals,' especially in areas with contaminated water sources, raising concerns about environmental persistence and health risks, and highlighting the need for improved water treatment and regulation.

via ScienceDaily|

#beer #contamination #environment

science1 year ago•3 min saved

Majority of Beers Tested Contain Harmful 'Forever Chemicals'

A study found that 95% of tested beers in the U.S. contain toxic forever chemicals (PFAS), especially in regions with contaminated water supplies, raising concerns about environmental and health impacts.

via SciTechDaily|

#beer #contamination #pfas

health1 year ago•2 min saved

Microplastics in Human Fluids and Waterways Pose Rising Health Risks

A recent study warns that microplastic pollution in water bodies, especially the Ganges, may increase the risk of gallbladder cancer in India, highlighting the urgent need for action to reduce plastic waste and prevent a potential public health crisis.

via Yahoo|

#cancer #environment #health

environment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Climate Change Turns Alaskan Rivers Toxic Orange"

Researchers have discovered that Alaska's rivers are turning orange due to thawing permafrost releasing minerals into the water, a phenomenon linked to climate change. This discoloration, visible even from space, poses risks to drinking water and fish populations, with elevated levels of metals like iron, zinc, and copper making the water more acidic and potentially toxic. The issue is spreading, and scientists are studying its long-term impacts and potential recovery if permafrost refreezes.

via CBS News|

#alaska #climate-change #environment

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Rusting Rivers: Alaskan Waterways Turn Orange Due to Climate Change"

Dozens of rivers and streams in Alaska are turning rusty orange due to thawing permafrost, which releases minerals into the water and increases its acidity, dissolving metals like zinc, copper, cadmium, and iron. This phenomenon poses a risk to drinking water and fisheries in the Arctic, with observed impacts on aquatic health and local fish species. The researchers are working to understand the long-term implications and are collaborating with tribal liaisons to provide accurate information to local communities.

via The Guardian US|

#alaska #arctic #climate-change

science-and-technology2 years ago•0 min saved

"Novel Technique for Detecting Pharmaceutical Toxins in Water Unveiled by Scientists"

Scientists have introduced a new method to detect pharmaceutical toxins in water, addressing the environmental and public health threats posed by the release of active pharmaceutical ingredients and other chemicals into the environment through manufacturing, use, and disposal. The traditional methods for treating these chemicals are often insufficient, leading to direct and indirect threats to human health and the environment, such as increased antibacterial resistance when antibiotics enter waterways.

via Interesting Engineering|

#detection-method #environmental-impact #pharmaceutical-toxins

health-and-environment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Effective Removal of Microplastics from Tap Water: Boiling as a Solution"

Boiling tap water could remove up to 90% of microplastics, with the process involving the formation of calcium carbonate crystals around the microplastics that can be filtered out. Microplastics are increasingly found in drinking water and food supplies and have been found to affect the gut microbiome. Chronic exposure to microplastics can lead to various health issues, particularly affecting low-income and Indigenous communities. Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome through pre- and probiotic supplements, fermented foods, fiber-rich foods, omega-3s, polyphenols, and binders may help mitigate the effects of microplastic consumption.

via Medical News Today|

#boiling-water #environmental-health #gut-microbiome

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Boiling Tap Water: An Effective Method to Remove Microplastics"

New research suggests that boiling and filtering water could reduce microplastics in drinking water by up to nearly 90 percent, as reported in the journal Environmental Science & Technology Letters. The study found that boiling water, especially "hard" water with high mineral concentrations, can solidify and encapsulate the plastic particles, making them easier to remove through simple filtration. While more research is needed to understand the health risks of consuming microplastics, boiling water also offers benefits in killing harmful microbes. However, the effectiveness of this method may vary depending on water quality and regional differences.

via The Washington Post|

#boiling-water #environment #environmental-science