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 […]

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Mangroves of Pakistan – Types, Importance, and Environmental degradation

mangroves in Pakistan are present along Sindh and Balochistan coasts

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 […]

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Estuaries of Pakistan – Location, Importance, and Environmental degradation

There are three estuaries in Pakistan

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 […]

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Dire Need of Sea Water Desalination Plants in Baluchistan Pakistan

Baluchistan needs desalination plants due to water scarcity

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 […]

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Is Climate Change the Reason Behind Worsening Allergy Season?

warmer temperature led to extended pollen 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 […]

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Fossil Fuels are Killing Us – According to Latest Harvard Study

fossil fuel such as coal fired plants release killer pollutants

The latest research found that pollution from fossil fuel combustion could be responsible for one-fifth of all deaths during 2018. Asthma, cardiac and pulmonary diseases are caused by long-term exposure to fine particulate matter 2.5. The dangerous level of air pollution due to fossil fuel combustion clearly shows the importance and need for clean renewable […]

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PTI Government’s Environmental Achievements So Far

10 billion tree tsunami project, protected areas initiatives

Introduction The literal translation of the name “Pakistan” is a land in which the pure abound. Pakistan is officially known as the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. It is a country located in South Asia. The country has secured 5th rank in the list of most populous countries in the world. Pakistan has a population of […]

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