What is meant by Air Quality? What is Air Quality Index? Air Quality in short is the quality of air that is inhaled by the human population in a specific area. Good quality air means it is free of any toxic substances and harmful chemicals or gases in the air. AQI means the Air Quality […]
Impacts of Transboundary Pollution on Pakistan
What is meant by ‘Transboundary Pollution’? Transboundary pollution refers to the kind of pollution through any means- water or air, whose point of origin is at a different place, country or region but the effects are felt in a country/region away and distant from it. Common Pathways of Transboundary Pollution: Transboundary pollution is usually what […]
India, China, Pakistan Top World’s Worst Air Quality Charts
INTRODUCTION South Asian region is trending in news due to the worst air quality that shows people are breathing toxic air. Out of the three countries that are suffering bad air quality, Pakistan is not enlisted as a major polluter but rather India and China are at top of the list of countries that contribute […]
Punjab Government and Its Role in Lahore Smog Crisis
INTRODUCTION As winters have finally appeared in Pakistan with a glimpse of the Autumn season, heavy smog again has spread over multiple cities of Pakistan. Check out February 2021 Brings Hazardous Levels of Smog in Lahore CURRENT SITUATION OF PAKISTANI CITIES DUE TO HEAVY SMOG Major cities of Pakistan are breathing in and out the […]
Sources and Effects of Common Air Pollutants
Introduction Air Pollutants: Air pollutants are simply defined as airborne substances including particles, gases, liquids, or solids. High concentrations of airborne substances pose serious threats to living beings, vegetation, infrastructure, and the ecosystem of the Earth. [Also Read: Air Pollution– Sources, Effects, and Control] Indoor Air Pollution: It is defined as the physical, chemical, and […]
February 2021 Brings Hazardous Levels of Smog in Lahore
The city of Lahore, Pakistan which was once known for its sweet smelling fresh air and gardens has now turned into a hub problems related to air pollution. The city is not only the worst air quality wise in the country, but has been listed among the worst cities air quality wise in the whole […]
10 Ways To Protect Yourself From Smog
Every Pakistani is well aware of the phenomenon of smog by now, especially the residents of the city of Lahore. India, China, Pakistan Top World’s Worst Air Quality Charts. Smog has become a regular annual episode now, but majority of the people still have no idea how to protect themselves against smog. With the levels […]