For climate physicists and scientists, industrialisation is not only an important reference point marking the beginning of anthropogenic - i.e. man-made - climate change, but has also left its mark on art and famous painting styles. What are the "positive" effects of air and environmental pollution on our lives?
Plug-in hybrid models emit more CO2 in city and commuter traffic than stated - this is shown by a study by Transport & Environment (T&E). The environmental organisation is now calling for an end to tax breaks for part-time electric vehicles.
Current measurements in Germany and France show elevated levels of particulate matter. Advance warnings are active in Paris and other French cities and departments. The health risk for the population should not be underestimated.
It is not news that air pollutants have a negative impact on public health. But a study now shows why people in densely populated areas suffer more from pollen allergies than those in rural areas.
Three years after the exhaust manipulations of trucks uncovered by the German Environmental Aid, there are still too many trucks on the road with excessive nitrogen oxide emissions. The environmental association calls on the Federal Ministry of Transport to finally take action against this.
Fireworks contributed more than feared to particulate matter pollution on New Year's Eve weekend - as well as causing losses to humans and animals. Is it time to introduce bans on the sale and use of pyrotechnics?
After two years of restricted fireworks, pyro fans can bang again tomorrow on New Year's Eve without restrictions. Unfortunately, this is not always without losses - for people, animals and the environment.
In the Netherlands, and now also in Oldenburg in Germany, a cyclist traffic light switches faster to green in bad weather. Could this approach also be used in the case of heavy air pollution? could take place?
Air pollution is still a problem in many cities throughout the world and Europe - with undesirable consequences for the health of citizens and for the environment. In Berlin, too, air pollution is rising and reaching peak levels.
With the planned abolition of the sticker requirement for the city centre, the ban on lorries passing through is also cancelled - with consequences for air and noise levels. Should the city back down and let the driving bans stand?
