Introduction Energy powers the world: from the electricity that lights our homes to the fuel that drives industry and transport, we rely on various energy sources to sustain our way of life and economic and social development. However, behind this apparent convenience...
One of the greatest environmental problems of our time is noise: excessive sound or noise pollution. Although it doesn't accumulate or transmit, noise is sound pollution that has become a serious problem for our health if we are subjected to prolonged exposure. Often...
Air quality is a key factor in public health and environmental protection. Aware of this, the European Union has adopted the new European Air Quality Directive, officially known as Directive (EU) 2024/2881, which sets stricter standards to improve air quality across...
It is impossible to imagine a world without plastics, medicines, fertilizers, or fuels. The petrochemical industry is the backbone of modern life, providing the essential materials that sustain our daily lives. However, this progress comes at an invisible cost: a...
The air quality is a determinant factor in achieving sports goals as it directly impacts the health of athletes. Air pollution can alter lung capacity, increase thermal stress, and reduce muscle oxygenation, which directly impacts performance and recovery capacity of...
It is impossible to remain indifferent to the significant impact that our waste is having on both human health and the planet. There are solutions, but the growth of the population and urbanisation, along with inadequate waste management in landfills worldwide, make...
It is evident that among all environmental risk factors faced by citizens in developed countries, exposure to air pollution has the greatest impact on health, with airborne particulate matter (PM2.5) being the main risk factor for people. According to a study...
Methane leaks into the atmosphere are accelerating global warming, with recent scientific findings revealing a record-breaking increase in the past five years. As Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the UNEP, states, "Governments and oil and gas companies must stop...
Breathing is the most fundamental act of life, yet for millions of people across Europe, the very air they inhale poses a silent, pervasive threat. Air pollution has long been recognized as a major environmental issue, but its impacts on human health, ecosystems, and...