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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

How ‘smog capital of Poland’ saved 6,000 lives by cutting soot levels

Kraków's ban on coal and wood heating has dramatically reduced air pollution, resulting in nearly 6,000 lives saved over the past decade.

Feb 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

This is not a country for runners. A new report shows how smog harms athletes

A new report highlights the detrimental effects of air pollution on runners and athletes in Poland, emphasizing risks even for healthy individuals.

Feb 17 • 14:23 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is Clean Air Dead? Pre-financing, Abuses, and Billions Without Payouts

The Clean Air program in Poland, aimed at combating smog, is facing a severe crisis due to declining applications and rising disputes over payouts.

Feb 15 • 17:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The impact of smog continues... Will the temperature in Delhi go above normal? Learn about the weather

Air quality in several areas of Delhi remains poor due to smog, raising concerns about the temperature exceeding normal levels.

Feb 13 • 02:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

There will be more money for insulation of large panel buildings

The article discusses upcoming changes in funding for thermal modernization of multi-family buildings and the distribution of unused funds from the Stop Smog program, alongside eligibility for modernization bonuses and the benefits of comprehensive thermal modernization.

Feb 5 • 03:12 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

On Wednesday night, the air temperature in some places in Latvia dropped to -27 degrees, smog in Rēzekne

On February 4, the temperature in Latvia fell to -27 degrees Celsius in certain areas, particularly Rēzekne, where smog was reported, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.

Feb 4 • 05:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

One device is not working at gas stations due to the cold weather

Residents are questioning if there are still gas stations in Vilnius where they can safely and quickly check their tires during winter, as many reported issues with air compressors not functioning properly.

Feb 2 • 13:10 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Winter Break on the Balkans: Gray Snow, Dangerous Icicles, and Smog in Sarajevo

The winter onset has caught many by surprise in the former Yugoslavia, where residents are accustomed to harsh conditions and share tips for coping.

Jan 9 • 16:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Smog started choking Polish cities. "Pretend inspections" of the coal-fired boilers

The article discusses the factors contributing to high smog levels in Polish cities, the ineffectiveness of current anti-smog regulations, challenges in emission control systems, and necessary actions to improve air quality.

Jan 9 • 14:14 UTC

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