Pollution
Exploring solutions to air, water, and soil pollution from local initiatives to global treaties
As plastic talks move behind closed doors, observers worry
Previously deadlocked talks to curb plastic pollution are restarting. Some who want a strong agreement say they are being excluded
In focus: Air pollution
Bangladesh is losing its battle with air pollution
In the capital Dhaka and beyond, transport and industry emissions continue to blight the ‘most polluted country in the world’ despite strong words from the government
How climate change complicates China’s ‘battle for blue skies’
Air pollution in China rebounds as economic activity picks up, while climate change is bringing new challenges for air quality management
Wood-burning stoves are a hurdle in Chile’s energy transition
Firewood has been a traditional source of household energy in central and southern Chile, but brings health and environmental problems
Divided by borders, Lahore and Delhi are united in smog
Air pollution reaches crisis level every winter in Lahore and New Delhi, yet years into the problem, little progress has been made in either city
