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Two-thirds of Europe’s water supplies are contaminated by chemicals

The experts suggest making water more expensive as a way to cut use.

15 October 2024

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Which European cities have the best and worst air quality?

New European Environment Agency data ranks urban centres based on fine particulate matter pollution, which has the highest negative health impacts.

2 September 2024

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Use of harmful chemicals growing, agencies find

New joint-assessment puts the spotlight on chemical pollution while NGOs urge EU officials to tackle the issue in the upcoming mandate.

17 April 2024

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Parliament at odds with member states over action on air pollution

Belgium hopes to broker a deal between governments and MEPs on stricter new EU air pollution limits, with an anticipated final round of talks set for 20 February.

16 February 2024

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Air pollution is killing 1,200 young people in Europe each year

Europe’s air pollution is improving but there's still a long way to go. Here’s which countries are worst affected.

24 April 2023

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EU emissions down 34% in thirty years, climate targets need more

The EU has reduced its emissions by one-third in 30 years. While not on track for 2030 targets, the EU is calling on other countries to reduce their own.

25 August 2022

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Is Brexit to blame for the UK’s poor quality bathing water?

New data analysis has shown that sewage discharged into the environment isn't being properly monitored and some say Brexit is to blame.

22 August 2022

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90% of babies at risk from ‘toxic chemicals’ in nappies, study finds

The research conducted in France suggests this could lead to threats of disease in later life.

21 July 2022