(137) The Dangers And Health Risks Associated With Black Plastic
Black plastic containers are highly toxic because they are often made from recycled electronic waste containing flame retardants. When heated, they release harmful chemicals into food. Side effects of ingesting these chemicals include hormonal imbalances, fertility problems, endocrine disruption, and elevated cancer risks. In addition, black plastics are not recyclable due to their color. Black […]
(136) It is Raining Microplastics In Indonesia
A new study has found that rainwater in Indonesia’s capital Jakarta contains microplastics and potentially other toxic chemicals harmful to public health, raising alarm over the pervasiveness of such particles in the country’s biome – down to food consumed. Raindrops were picking up microplastics floating in Jakarta’s air, Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) […]
(135) Toxic Acid Rain Fell Over Tehran As Airstrikes Hit Oil Facilities
Iran’s capital was engulfed in a cloud of toxic smoke that unleashed black rainfall dozens of miles away on Sunday after overnight Israeli strikes on several fuel depots caused fires to burn for hours. Images from Tehran, a city of nearly 12 million people, showed thick black smoke from the fires hanging over it, while […]
(134) From Chile to Greece, ‘Ghost Fish Farms’ Haunts The Seas
Ghost fish farms are abandoned aquaculture facilities, primarily in Greece, Chile, and Canada, that have been left to rot at sea, creating massive marine pollution. These sites, often abandoned due to bankruptcy or licensing failures, release plastic, nets, and styrofoam that destroy ecosystems, trap marine life, and pose hazards to navigation. Abandoned cages and buoys […]
(133) The Environmental Impact Of Black Friday
Every year, the Black Friday generates unprecedented logistical pressure. Between delivery peaks, rising CO₂ emissions, and strain on vehicle fleets, the environmental impact is significant. Behind every “must-have deal” lies a logistics chain under extreme pressure. Online shopping generates extra packaging, passage through hubs and warehouses, and thousands of kilometers travelled before the final delivery. […]
(132) Methane Pollution : Impact On The Environment And Health
Methane (CH₄) is an essential gas on Earth, found in the atmosphere, aquatic environments, and underground. As a hydrocarbon, its simple structure gives it unique properties, consisting of a carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms. This bonding makes it a valuable energy resource but also poses an environmental challenge as a potent greenhouse gas […]
(131) ‘Ecological Catastrophe’: What To Know About Algae Bloom Crisis
An algal bloom refers to a rapid increase in the population of algae. While it is a naturally occurring phenomenon, it can be exacerbated by climate change and extreme weather conditions. a warm summer, marine heat wave, and delay in seasonal temperature dropping had contributed to the development of this algal bloom. The bloom has […]
(130) Long-Term Contamination at Indonesia’s Harita Nickel Mine
A sweeping international investigation has uncovered that the Harita Group, a leading supplier in the EV battery market, knowingly operated for over a decade while chromium-6–a carcinogenic chemical—persistently polluted local water sources on Obi Island, Indonesia. The chemical, made infamous by the film Erin Brockovich, is linked to serious health conditions, including cancer and organ […]
(129) Bangladesh Lead Poisoning Epidemic
Bangladesh is witnessing a massive surge in cases of lead poisoning among children. 35 million kids are said to have high blood lead levels. According to the Institute of Health Metrics Evaluation, Bangladesh has the world’s fourth-highest rate of death due to lead exposure. How the battery boom is driving this lead poisoning epidemic. Lead […]
(128) Global E-Waste Traders Targeting Malaysia
Illegal e-waste operations have made the headlines in Malaysia over the past few weeks, with materials worth billions in dollars seized by the authorities in various raids. A nationwide crackdown from January last year to Feb 17 this year led to the seizure of RM3.8 billion in materials, and the arrest of 538 people. The […]