toxic waste
Coverage of toxic waste in the Nexus archive.
- Kabwe, Zambia's lead contaminated city
In Kabwe, Zambia, thousands of people face extreme lead pollution caused by decades of mining activity and toxic waste. The contaminated soil has led to lead poisoning in children, resulting in severe health consequences.
- Pope meets families who lost children to toxic waste in Italy’s ‘Land of Fires’
Pope Leo XIV met with families in Italy's 'Land of Fires' region affected by toxic waste, where children have died or are battling cancer linked to illegal dumping and mafia activities. The visit aligns with the 11th anniversary of Pope Francis' environmental encyclical Laudato Si.
- Pope Leo urges end to pollution, criticises profits earned
Pope Leo criticized companies for prioritizing profits over environmental protection during a visit to Acerra, Italy, an area known for illegal toxic waste dumping. He called for rejecting practices that pollute the environment and harm social coexistence.
- US agency proposes rolling back rules for safe disposal of toxic coal ash
The Environmental Protection Agency proposed weakened regulations for coal ash disposal, reversing previous Biden-era rules. Advocates warn the changes could increase risks of water contamination and toxic exposure. The Trump administration previously sought to ease groundwater protection standards for coal ash sites.