Air


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Coal Pollution Significantly Stifles Global Solar Energy Yields

New research reveals that particulate matter from coal-fired plants acts as a "hidden drag" by blocking sunlight from reaching solar panels.

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Indoor Air Quality Doesnt Reset When You Move In

Moving day doesn't mean a clean slate for your lungs. Learn how to identify and clear out the chemical and biological history left by previous owners.

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Colorado Report Details New Strategies for Refinery Emission Cuts

State health officials released a contractor-led study comparing the Suncor refinery to national standards to find further pollution reductions.

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Nationwide Boiler Highlights High-Capacity Mobile Steam Boilers for Industrial Use

Trailer-mounted saturated and superheated steam boilers deliver high-output performance, fuel flexibility and low-NOx emissions for petrochemical and heavy industrial use.

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Nederman Showcases Exhaust Extraction System at FDIC 2026

Magna Systems technology targets diesel exhaust at the source to improve fire station air quality and protect firefighters.

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Colorado Tightens Restrictions on Toxic Air Contaminants

New regulations require industrial facilities to slash emissions of five high-priority pollutants to protect public health.

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ISSA and NORMI Expand Indoor Health Alliance

New agreement integrates cleaning and mold remediation resources through shared education, advocacy and membership benefits.

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Targa Resources Named April Polluter of the Month

New satellite data and field investigations reveal frequent methane super-emitter events at Targa midstream facilities.



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Global Air Quality Declines as Wildfire Smoke Intensifies

New IQAir report reveals only 14 percent of cities meet WHO standards while climate change and monitoring gaps threaten public health.

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New Members Appointed to Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee

Seven technical experts will provide scientific guidance to the agency on national air quality standards through 2028.

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EPA Updates Regional Haze Guidance to Include Grid Reliability Factors

The agency clarifies that states should consider energy impacts and power grid stability when drafting air quality plans for coal plants.

Vehicle Emissions

Colorado Officials Respond to Federal Rollback of Vehicle Emissions Standards

Colorado officials said the state will continue pursuing clean transportation and air quality initiatives as it reviews a federal rollback affecting greenhouse gas emissions standards for cars and trucks.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

EPA Rescinds 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, Shifting Emissions Rulemaking

The agency has revoked its 2009 greenhouse gas endangerment finding, a major shift that could impact Clean Air Act emissions standards and future environmental regulations.

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EPA Advances Proposed Revisions to State Air Quality Plans

Proposed updates under the Clean Air Act would affect how state air quality plans addressing ozone pollution are reviewed and implemented.

Radon Action Month

Michigan Declares January 2026 Radon Action Month

State officials urge residents to test homes during winter heating season, when indoor radon levels are typically highest.

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Colorado Tightens Air Rules to Cut Ozone Pollution 50%

The Colorado Air Quality Control Commission has approved a broad set of regulations and State Implementation Plan updates designed to reduce ozone-forming emissions from upstream oil and gas operations, expand leak detection requirements, and strengthen controls across several high-polluting sectors.

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EPA Approves Air Permit for Offshore Deepwater Port to Boost American Oil Exports

The new Clean Air Act permit allows use of vapor control tech at the Texas GulfLink deepwater port, aiming to reduce emissions even as crude oil exports increase.

Carbon Emissions

Carbon Accounting and EPA Reporting: What Every Company Must Know for 2026

The expansion of the Clean Air Act requires all U.S. companies to report air emissions to the EPA starting in 2026. With major changes, new deadlines, and stricter enforcement underway, businesses must prepare now—or risk violations, inquiries, and penalties.

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EPA Clears Backlog of Small Refinery Exemptions, Reaffirms Partial Relief Policy

The Environmental Protection Agency has resolved 175 refinery exemption petitions dating back to 2016, granting full or partial relief to 140 facilities while reaffirming its policy to balance refinery hardship with renewable fuel mandates.

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Protecting Vulnerable Populations from Radon: Challenges and Solutions in Indoor Air Safety

Radon is an invisible gas linked to lung cancer, posing the greatest risk to vulnerable groups in poorly ventilated homes—making education and testing essential.