Introduction Air pollution: It is defined as the existence or release of air-borne substances into the air that causes health problems among living beings, infrastructure, etc. The air pollutants in the air cause air pollution. Air pollutions cause damage to infrastructure, human and animal health, water bodies, etc. There is a wide variety of air […]
Mangroves of Pakistan – Types, Importance, and Environmental degradation
Introduction Mangroves: Mangroves are a type of forest that includes shrubs and trees. These types of forests grow along with coastal areas. There are approximately 80 species of mangroves found all around the world. The preferred environment for mangroves includes saline/ brackish water usually near the edge of the river, swamp water, and low oxygen […]
Estuaries of Pakistan – Location, Importance, and Environmental degradation
Introduction Estuary: In simple terms, it is a brackish water body between marine and river environments. The transition zone between the marine environment and the river environment is called an ecotone. The streams and rivers flow into the partially enclosed water body of the estuary which is connected to the sea from one side. The […]
How can we “Restore our Earth” – Earth Day 2021 Theme
Introduction 22nd April Earth Day 2021 Theme: “Restore Our Earth” is Earth Day 2021’s Theme Read further details at What is Earth Day and why we celebrate it? and All you need to know about Earth Day 2021. The Earth Day theme “Restore Our Earth” is directed towards developing clean green energies that can be […]
All You Need to Know About Earth Day 2021 and Its Theme
Introduction Earth Day Network organizes Earth day internationally. Last year in 2020, it was decided that in the next year 2021, the theme of Earth Day would be “Restore Our Earth”. So, the 22nd of April 2021 is fast approaching and we all are aiming to celebrate this day with this pledge that we will […]
What is Earth Day And Why We Celebrate It?
Introduction Earth Day: Earth Day is a day observed as an annual event on 22nd April every year since 1970. It is celebrated to exhibit support towards environmental protection. Earth Day Network: More than 1 billion people from all over the world including 193 nations participate in this event. On a global level, Earth Day […]
The Disastrous Link between Poverty and the Environment
Introduction Let’s start by getting to know some basic terms in this regard: Standard of Living: This term includes the availability of necessities, material goods, comfort, and state of wealth to a particular geographic area or socioeconomic class. Poverty: It is defined as a state of a person who lacks enough financial resources to meet […]
Dire Need of Sea Water Desalination Plants in Baluchistan Pakistan
Introduction The whole world is going to face water scarcity issues in near future due to continuous depleting water reserves. The seawater is been looking like a solution to the problem. Many countries around the world don’t have sufficient resources for freshwater so they rely on desalination plants. For more information on Pakistan’s current and […]
The Problems and Effects of Plastic Debris in Rivers and Seas of South Asia
World Bank is financing a regional project named Free Rivers and Seas for South Asia. The regional project initiative aims to promote the South Asia Cooperative Environment Programme. Plastic pollution is causing the degradation of marine ecological systems as well as rivers. Lack of strategies regarding plastic waste management is a huge gap in dealing […]
Is Climate Change the Reason Behind Worsening Allergy Season?
The latest research has suggested that climate change has made pollen seasons worse than before. The study pointed out a link between pollen concentration and temperature due to which human health is being deteriorated. Plants have started making pollen earlier due to climate change. Climate change resulted in extended pollen season and 8% pollen concentration […]