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Our health is intrinsically linked with that of the ocean. Half of the oxygen we breathe comes from tiny plankton in the sea, and our actions on land, however far from the coast we live, influence our waters in so many ways – from plastic litter and sewage pollution, to…

Performance report shows debt-laden company missed 21 targets in areas from pollution to supply interruption

Researchers estimate 730,000 people a year in the US lose their ability to live independently due to traffic pollution

Exclusive: Fears customers will end up paying twice for work needed in order to comply with legal pollution limits

A very large factory fire in Melbourne sent plumes of thick, dark smoke billowing across the western part of the city on Wednesday afternoon, with authorities issuing warnings for people in surrounding suburbs. The fire has now been brought under control, but efforts to control the impacts will likely continue…

The worst of microplastics is yet to come. Here’s what we need to do now to begin mitigating the wide-ranging harms

Australia’s electricity sector was fast to cut carbon pollution due to renewables as alternatives to coal and gas – until lately

Explore the unique ecosystem of the Sargasso Sea, facing threats from pollution and climate change. Learn about its biodiversity and historical significance.

Firm under fire as it admits huge increase in pollution as it pushes for 59 per cent bill hike and pays out £195million to shareholders

Report says member states poured $1.34tn into their militaries last year – an increase of $126bn from 2022

Incidents from sites and pipe network increased by 19 last year to 350 amid delays in investment, company says