In 2015, the failure of the Fundão tailing dam in Brazil resulted in the spillage of 43 million m3 of iron ore tailings, resulting in a human and environmental catastrophe...
In 2013, the glyphosate-production plant in Luling released waste including 4700 tonnes of formaldehyde, 3500 tonnes of formic acid, and 35 tonnes of chloromethane...
High levels of atmospheric ammonia can cause problems for rural communities. Not only does the gas have a pungent odour, but prolonged exposure can cause damage to the lungs and digestive system...
The dangers of sulfur pollution are well-established, and most governments now place stringent restrictions on the sulfur content of petrol and diesel...
