pollution

Curbing air pollution control devices would cost thousands of lives and billions of dollars

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A new commentary found that power plants’ use of these devices saved up to 9,100 lives and up to $100 billion in health costs in 2023. These estimates reveal the substantial health benefits that could be at stake if the next presidential administration implements policies that aim to weaken the Clean Air Act and limit … Read more

As wildfires intensify, prolonged exposure to pollution linked to premature death

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Researchers have found evidence that living in areas prone to wildfire smoke may negatively impact an individual’s life expectancy. In many parts of the contiguous United States, wildfires are rapidly growing more intense, endangering the humans and wildlife that live in the region. Even once fires are doused, serious health risks remain because of the … Read more