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Philadelphia is the most toxic city in the United States
According to a research report on drinking water and air quality in urban areas published on March 1 on forbes.com, Philadelphia, Bakersfield and Fresno are the most tox…
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Environment
Urban air pollution increases because of electric lights
Artificial light in cities at night hinders the formation of air cleaners.
Environment
China built a super clean city
People in China's eco-urban can drink water from the tap, move on the vehicles without exhaust emissions.
Environment
Automatic parking: Another solution for cramped cities
In addition to the usual on-ground parking lot, parking in the basement, automatic parking is also another solution for urban areas which are increasingly cramped. The a…
Environment
3-in-1 solution for urban transport
On the streets of all European countries an image of a big car leading the way
Environment
Khanh Son new landfill: High investment, very inadequate!
Investment capital of millions of USD but over 2 years of operation, the new landfill Khanh Son (Da Nang) has revealed many shortcomings ...
Environment
Green 'roof' and war on Earth warming
Michigan scientists say green roofs covering plants are becoming more and more popular in urban areas that can help people fight global warming.
Environment
The threat from the Chinese incinerator
In a developing urban area in southeast China grows a massive incinerator, smells of stench and miles away and emits a lot of black smoke and toxic chemicals, ...
Environment
Newton's apple tree is about to die
Thousands of ancient trees in England are dying due to environmental pollution, urban development and climate change.
Environment
Super clean city 'spurned' car
People who want to use cars in eco cities in the UK will have to pay $ 18,000 per month for a parking spot, the British government documents show.
Environment
Treat urban waste by wet method
Trinh Van Thien, 63, a retired teacher in Le Chan District, Hai Phong City, has successfully researched the urban waste treatment line by wet method.
Environment
Natural disasters are more frightening because of slums
The rampant development of many urban slums along with the greenhouse effect is increasing the level of danger of natural disasters.
Environment
Ecological influence of African cities
Cities in Africa are growing faster than anywhere in the world.
Environment
Potential of urban forestry
The rate of population growth and urbanization out of control in developing countries has been causing many environmental and social consequences.
Environment
Artificial land brings green to urban areas
From the natural and locally available materials, US scientists have just created a soil that can filter rainwater as well as create a better growth environment for gree…