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A new study has found significant concentrations of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) in sediments off the coast of Turkey. Linked to shipbreaking, these pollutants highlight a need for better management to reduce risks to health and environment.
A study of future air pollution scenarios in Greece explores the health burden on an ageing population. Strict controls could reduce ozone-related mortality, but the health risks from fine particulates could rise as the population ages.
Countries are meeting in Geneva for the first Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution plenary.
A mid-term review of the EU's Zero Pollution Action Plan found that Europe’s health and competitiveness are suffering due to slow implementation.
Researchers have developed a machine learning approach to map the areas where 11 potentially toxic chemicals exceed safety guidelines in Czech farmland. The model accurately predicts hazardous areas and identifies important drivers of contamination.
A new global inventory, PlastChem, presents information on more than 16,000 chemicals in plastics – over a quarter of which are hazardous chemicals of concern. This data can aid plastics regulation, but more transparency is still needed.
Nitrogen is a key pollutant in European waters. A study explores whether restoring wetlands could help reduce nitrogen levels and improve water quality across the EU, finding it to be an effective solution if applied strategically.
The Commission extended Ireland's derogation under the Nitrates Directive for a further three years, starting 1 January 2026. This decision follows the approval of the Commission's proposal by Member States on 9 December.
Air quality is a priority in EU policy. A Polish study takes the concept of a cadastre – a structured database usually associated with land and property – and uses it to visualise emissions and clean air data, aiming to support city sustainability.
The seventh United Nations Environment Assembly ended with decisions that will reinforce multilateral environmental agreements.