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The Trump administration's support for the oil and gas industry has contributed to increased pipeline leaks, which can release methane into the atmosphere and harm air quality, especially in neighboring states. Our research has found that these leaks can be particularly problematic for communities where they occur, as
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A U.S. District Court for the Central District of California has upheld a nation-leading rule to advance zero-emissions industrial boilers and water heaters, a significant victory for environmental groups and public health in the Los Angeles area. The rule, adopted by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comments on the proposed extension of the information collection request (ICR) for Control of Air Pollution from Motor Vehicles: Tier 3 Motor Vehicle Emission Standards (Renewal), EPA ICR Number 0783.66, OMB Control Number 2060-0104. The proposed extension is a renewal of
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Researchers from the National Agricultural Research Center have found that intensive agriculture significantly contributes to climate change, but adopting sustainable practices such as conservation agriculture (CA) can mitigate its impacts. Soil organic carbon (SOC) plays a crucial role in maintaining soil health and supporting crop development. Conservation agriculture offers a
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Researchers at Gyeongsang National University in South Korea have developed a large-scale green-loop hydrogen-ammonia production process utilizing waste biogas and unused lignocellulosic biomass. The innovative system integrates several processes to enhance sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Financial support for the research came from the National Research Foundation of Korea.
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A team of researchers from Kyoto University, in collaboration with the Research Institute for Humanity and Nature and the Ministry of the Environment, Japan, has proposed an integrated resource circulation system to address the environmental impacts of greenhouse gas emissions and heavy nitrogen use from agri-food systems. This system combines
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Researchers from Anhui Science and Technology University conducted an experiment to evaluate the effects of compost proportions combined with Paracoccus denitrificans nitrate-reducing suspensions on greenhouse gas emissions and soil microbiota associated with rice and wheat plants. The study focused on yield and quality outcomes, comparing different treatment groups, including the
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New research from the Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST) has highlighted the significance of water and nitrogen management practices in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in rice-wheat rotation systems under climate change scenarios. The study, published in the Journal of Environmental Management, found that the combination of optimal
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Research conducted by the University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences has shed light on the urgent need to improve reforestation rates in Japan to maintain the sustainability of forest management. The study found that if the current reforestation rate of 35% is not improved
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The Brazilian government's RenovaBio programme has set falling carbon emission limits for transportation sector fuel producers, who will meet these targets using tradable decarbonisation credits (CBIOs). This programme could lead to increased biofuel consumption, higher feedstock prices, and reduced petroleum product use. Researchers at the University of Missouri
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Research conducted by the University of Houston has revealed significant relationships between air quality, social vulnerability, and health outcomes in Harris County, Texas. The study, funded by the Hurricane Resilience Research Institute and the Gulf Research Program, investigates the connections between sociodemographic challenges, air pollution, and health metrics. The findings
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Colorado's Polis Administration remains committed to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) pollution, despite federal challenges, and is making significant progress in developing and delivering innovative policies, programs, and initiatives. The newly released Greenhouse Gas Pollution Reduction Implementation Report highlights the state's achievements in expanding transportation options, improving
