The effects of air pollution on life expectancy surpass those of smoking, heavy drinking and are several times greater than other major health risks like HIV/AIDS and malnutrition.
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The New Delhi, India-based global think-tank, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), has released a pan-Africa assessment report on existing environmental audit systems in African countries here today. The report was released at a workshop and training programme, attended by officials of environmental regulatory authorities from 15 African countries.
A new study led by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) scientists, says high-yield varieties of foodgrains show a drastic decline in concentration of essential micronutrients like zinc and iron. Scientists also find very high concentrations of arsenic in rice.
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New Delhi, May 23, 2018: Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), has strongly condemned the killing of innocent protesters in Tuticorin, Tamil…
Research undertaken in South Africa’s Kruger National Park (KNP) has shown that some of the world’s most sensitive and valuable…
The C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), says it will provide technical assistance to nine African cities…