"Dangerous Waste from US Companies Raises Concerns in Mexico"
#Pollution #ToxicWasteAn industrial area in northern Monterrey, Mexico, faces pollution concerns due to exports of hazardous waste from the US, including lead, cadmium, and arsenic, negatively impacting the community. Environmental debates center around the Zinc Nacional plant. read more
Toxic Pollution Threatens Monterrey Residents near Hazardous Waste Factory
#pollution #healthrisksAmerica's hazardous waste, specifically steel dust, is sent to a facility in Mexico, owned by Zinc Nacional, where it is processed. The plant has been found to release lead, cadmium, and arsenic into the air, causing pollution issues in the surrounding neighborhood, raising concerns over potential health risks. read more
Mystery solved: Sydney beach blobs found to contain human waste
#Sydney #PollutionMysterious 'tar' balls washing up on Sydney beaches were analyzed and found to contain human waste, forever chemicals, methamphetamine, and more. The blobs likely originated from domestic sewage and industrial runoff, highlighting the need to address the build-up of fat, oil, and grease. read more
#Illinois #pollution
Illinois hosts many mega-warehouses for online shopping, often located in low-income areas, disproportionately impacting communities of color with pollution. A new bill aims to collect data on pollution and support electric delivery vehicles to address the environmental disparities. read more