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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Spring Saturday: No-Drive Day for March 21 in CDMX and Edomex

A no-drive day is set for March 21 in Mexico City and the State of Mexico to combat air pollution, while spring's arrival is marked by blooming jacarandas and bougainvilleas.

Mar 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Stockholm's air full of particles: "Not healthy"

Stockholm is experiencing high levels of unhealthy air pollution due to small particulate matter from road dust.

Mar 20 • 13:53 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Friday with 'V' for 'Spring Returns': How the Hoy No Circula works on March 20 in CDMX and Edomex?

On March 20, the Hoy No Circula program will restrict certain vehicles in Mexico City and the State of Mexico to combat air pollution.

Mar 19 • 23:52 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

How air quality in Tehran worsened after the bombing of refineries?

Satellite images and air quality data have revealed a significant deterioration in the atmosphere over Tehran and Alborz Province following attacks on oil warehouses and refineries on March 9.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Does beloved Neapolitan pizza pollute the air? Study sparks heated debate in Italy

A recent study links wood-fired pizza ovens to air pollution, while pizza masters defend their century-old tradition against the accusations.

Mar 19 • 08:17 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"Nauseating, scratching, diesel-like smell" causes mothers in Amager to react

Mothers in Amager are growing increasingly concerned about air quality and health risks for their children due to emissions from Copenhagen Airport, leading to a surge in noise and odor complaints from local residents.

Mar 19 • 05:51 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Small Thursday: How the No-Drive Day Operates on March 19 in CDMX and Edomex?

Mexico City's authorities clarified the operations of the 'Hoy No Circula' program on March 19, affecting vehicle circulation to combat air pollution.

Mar 18 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

How cities hide traffic pollution: three out of four monitors are poorly located, according to Ecologistas en Acción

A report reveals that 75% of air quality monitors in Spanish cities are poorly placed, misleading citizens about actual pollution levels.

Mar 17 • 09:59 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Bridge is Over: Today No Circulates for Tuesday, March 17, in CDMX and Edomex

The 'Hoy No Circula' program will be enforced today, March 17, in Mexico City and the surrounding areas, affecting many drivers returning from the spring vacation.

Mar 17 • 00:04 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Microdust alert 'attention' issued due to forest fires in China... Restrictions on Grade 5 vehicle operations tomorrow

An air quality alert has been issued for Seoul, Incheon, and the surrounding regions due to increased fine dust from forest fires in China and domestic pollution.

Mar 16 • 09:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Delhi Government and IIT Madras Come Together to Address Rising Pollution in the Capital

The Delhi government has initiated a new program to reduce air pollution by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras to develop surfaces that absorb pollution particles from the air.

Mar 14 • 08:19 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In case you go to Vive Latino: Hoy No Circula for March 14 in CDMX and Edomex

This article details the 'Hoy No Circula' program in Mexico City regarding vehicular restrictions for the Vive Latino event on March 14, highlighting air quality concerns and public transport alternatives.

Mar 13 • 23:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

The toxic air of Tehran questions the proportionality of Israeli strikes

Satellite images and air quality data show that Israeli attacks in Tehran have increased pollution levels, raising concerns about the legality of these actions under international law.

Mar 13 • 21:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

“Aberrant” pollution: neighbors who reported to the Province say they live in “an open-air sewer”

Residents of La Plata accuse the provincial government of failing to address severe pollution in the Río de la Plata basin, leading to deteriorating living conditions.

Mar 13 • 20:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Friday without contingency: How the Hoy No Circula operates on March 13 in CDMX and Edomex?

On Friday, March 13, the Hoy No Circula program operates normally in Mexico City and the State of Mexico, despite current air quality concerns and enforcement of pollution regulations.

Mar 12 • 23:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

War in Iran affects water and air quality, say experts

UN experts warn of immediate impacts on drinking water, air quality, and food due to the environmental damage caused by the ongoing war in Iran.

Mar 12 • 21:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Regarding the Pollution from the Kazokiškiai Landfill – Information from the Authorities

The article discusses recent measurements of hydrogen sulfide and ammonia levels around the Kazokiškiai landfill and the environmental agency's responses to exceedances in pollution.

Mar 12 • 15:18 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Environmentalists ordered to stop pollution at Kazokiškės landfill

Environmental authorities have issued a mandatory order to halt pollution at the Kazokiškės landfill following elevated measurements of hydrogen sulfide in air quality tests.

Mar 12 • 13:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Deteriorated air quality is troubling large areas in Finland

Air quality in many parts of Finland has been rated as inadequate this week due to high levels of fine particulate matter, largely influenced by pollution from Central Europe and local dust and pollen.

Mar 12 • 11:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Meteorological Institute warns: Air quality has deteriorated in Finland

Finnish Meteorological Institute reports that air quality has become poor in many areas due to fine particles, street dust, and pollen.

Mar 12 • 10:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘Draw Your Ship’: This is how the Hoy No Circula program works in Mexico City and Edomex on Thursday after the end of the emergency

The environmental emergency in Mexico City and the State of Mexico has ended, leading to the cancellation of the Doble Hoy No Circula program for March 12.

Mar 12 • 02:52 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Light in sight – for the darkness in Gothenburg

Gothenburg is experiencing a significant reduction in air pollution after a week of heavy smog, with officials reporting particle levels dropping to less than half of previous measurements.

Mar 11 • 20:11 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Even amidst war, Tehran's air is cleaner than Delhi's... Iran's AQI is surprising

Despite bombings and missile attacks in Iran, Tehran's air quality is reported to be better than that of Delhi, India.

Mar 11 • 16:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Kaunas, increased air pollution recorded: urges caution for sensitive individuals

Air pollution levels in Kaunas reached 84.31 µg/m3, significantly higher than the acceptable limit, prompting warnings for sensitive groups.

Mar 11 • 14:43 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Does the Double Hoy No Circula Stay? Air Quality in CDMX and Edomex TODAY March 11

Mexico City faces its fourth environmental contingency of the year due to high air pollution levels, prompting restrictions on circulatory patterns for vehicles.

Mar 11 • 14:23 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Unhealthy Air in Gothenburg - Smog for Several Days

Gothenburg has been experiencing unhealthy air conditions due to persistent smog for several days caused by pollution that has blown in from Central Europe.

Mar 11 • 09:45 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Double Hoy No Circula Activated Due to Contingency: Which Cars Cannot Circulate This Wednesday, March 11?

The environmental authorities in Mexico City have implemented a double 'Hoy No Circula' automotive restriction to combat air pollution due to elevated ozone levels.

Mar 10 • 22:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious Warning from WHO about 'Black Rain'

The WHO has issued a warning about health risks associated with 'black rain' in Iran, following attacks on oil facilities that led to severe air pollution in Tehran.

Mar 10 • 21:01 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Why there is smog in Gothenburg – and how long it is expected to last

Smog in Gothenburg is the result of long-distance transport of air pollutants from Central Europe, affecting air quality but posing no immediate health risk to most people.

Mar 10 • 16:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Wood burner ban under new fireplace laws amid pollution warning

The UK Labour Party has announced a consultation regarding a ban on older wood burners as part of its Environmental Improvement Plan to combat indoor air pollution.

Mar 10 • 12:17 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A Terrible Stench Fills the Air Near Lithuania's Largest Landfill

The odor emanating from the Kazokiškės landfill has intensified significantly, prompting concern from local officials and residents.

Mar 9 • 16:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

In Pictures: Day Turned to Night. Oil Smoke Shrouds Tehran and Surroundings

Oil smoke has enveloped Tehran and its surroundings, creating an eerie atmosphere as daylight faded to darkness.

Mar 9 • 13:40 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
World

"Everything is dark, like our future": After the attack on the oil facilities, smoke and despair cover Tehran

Tehran experiences a thick layer of smoke and air pollution following airstrikes on its oil facilities, resulting in casualties and health concerns.

Mar 9 • 13:34 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Tehran: 'Crude rain from the sky, I've never seen anything like it'

Tehran faces severe air pollution that has forced the government to advise residents to stay indoors, creating a literal and metaphorical heaviness in the city.

Mar 9 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Iran warns residents of Tehran about risk of acid rain after Israel's attacks

Iranian authorities have warned Tehran residents to stay indoors due to hazardous air quality following Israeli attacks.

Mar 8 • 12:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Persistent Pollution: Traffic Slowed Down on Sunday in Île-de-France

On March 8, authorities in Île-de-France imposed traffic restrictions due to persistent pollution levels, advising residents to limit car use and promote carpooling.

Mar 7 • 16:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Saturday with 'S' for 'wash your car': No Drive Today for March 7 in CDMX and Edomex

Today's No Drive restrictions impact vehicle use in Mexico City and the State of Mexico due to air quality concerns.

Mar 6 • 23:14 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Ghaziabad Becomes the Most Polluted City in Winter, See the Condition of Noida and Delhi

A report reveals Ghaziabad as India's most polluted city during the winter season of 2025-26, followed closely by Noida and Delhi.

Mar 6 • 13:52 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

War on land, water, and air in the Middle East... a shadow of major threats to the environment

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East poses severe threats to environmental safety alongside its geopolitical implications.

Mar 6 • 09:07 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: 'We Are Sick' - Life in South Africa's Coal Heartland

Residents of eMbalenhle in Mpumalanga, South Africa, express their health struggles attributed to severe air pollution from local coal mines.

Mar 6 • 08:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Lobbyists send legal threats to councils over anti-wood burner campaigns

Lobbyists from the UK wood-burning stove industry are threatening legal action against councils that warn about the air pollution caused by wood burners.

Mar 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Kraków adjusts the SCT. Pressure from residents and better air quality change the debate

Kraków is revising its SCT regulations in response to community pressure and a focus on improving air quality.

Mar 5 • 04:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'Juebebes' without a car: How the Hoy No Circula operates on March 5 in CDMX and Edomex?

The Hoy No Circula program will be in effect on March 5 in Mexico City and the State of Mexico, with specific vehicle restrictions aimed at reducing air pollution as the city prepares for the FIFA Fan Festival for the 2026 World Cup.

Mar 4 • 23:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Experts to Al Jazeera: The smell of war surrounds the air of the Middle East

Experts have warned that ongoing wars in the Middle East are significantly impacting air quality by introducing pollutants arising from military conflicts.

Mar 2 • 07:45 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Air Quality in Lithuania Remains Stable, Long-term Trends Show Positive Change

Lithuania's air quality is stable, with long-term monitoring indicating overall positive trends despite some elevated pollutant levels in specific areas.

Feb 28 • 05:24 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

How to make the pay period last without fines: Hoy No Circula for Saturday, February 28 for CDMX and Edomex

The article discusses the Hoy No Circula vehicle restriction in Mexico City and neighboring municipalities for February 28, aimed at reducing air pollution and improving environmental quality.

Feb 27 • 23:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Most US coal plants could meet air pollution rules. Trump weakened them anyway

Most coal-fired power plants in the US were capable of meeting air pollution standards, yet the Trump administration chose to relax these regulations.

Feb 27 • 12:30 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

It's hard to breathe due to smog. We were in Jelšava, where the air quality is the worst in Slovakia (+ photo gallery)

Residents of Jelšava, Slovakia, are being warned against going outside due to critically high levels of smog affecting their town.

Feb 27 • 11:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Air pollution at Munich Airport: 'Only the bare minimum in health protection'

The Freising Citizens' Association is concerned that the government's plans for air quality monitoring at Munich Airport will only fulfill minimal requirements despite new EU regulations.

Feb 27 • 10:28 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Valdas Benkunskas: there is no danger from the fire on Eišiškių Street, air pollution has dispersed

The mayor confirmed that there are currently no dangers from the fire on Eišiškių Street and that the air pollution has dissipated.

Feb 27 • 09:14 UTC

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