THE CHRONIC CULPRIT OF CLIMATE CHANGE : INDUSTRIAL EMISSION
posted on Nov 14, 2023
Today morning the moment I stepped outside for a stroll, I was aghast to witness the whole atmosphere engulfed by a thick layer smog.
THE CHRONIC CULPRIT OF CLIMATE CHANGE : INDUSTRIAL EMISSION
Today morning the moment I stepped outside for a stroll, I was aghast to witness the whole atmosphere engulfed by a thick layer of smog. Have you ever wondered about the reasons behind this menace? I am pretty sure we all are aware about the plethora of circumstances that contribute to the current level of air quality. But one such surreptitious threat that pose serious risks to both human health and environment are Industrial Emission. Let’s apprise ourselves about this predicament and get an insight to the solutions.
WHAT’S INDUSTRIAL EMISSION?
Industrial process and activities generate emission of hazardous substances like nitrogen oxide, ammonia, mercury and carbon dioxide. These substances pollute the water, air and soil and prove detrimental to human health, the environment and nature.
WHAT CAUSES INDUSTRIAL EMISSION?
23 percent of greenhouse gas emission from industry primarily come from burning fossil fuels for energy , as well as green house gas emission from certain chemical reactions necessary to produce goods from raw materials.
Numerous industries including oil and gas ,chemical and petrochemical, biogas, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, flexographic printing and packaging and many others are associated with release of volatile organic compounds(VOCs).The emission of Sulphur dioxide and Nitrogen oxide can result in the creation of acid rain which causes damage to ecosystems, soil and water bodies.
CARBON DIOXIDE KILLS
The carbon dioxide emitted from industries is lethal for our environment. In the 1950 the level was just 400 ppm. By 2013, the level passed 400 ppm and even more troubling is that this trend is accelerating rather than slowing down.
METHANE MATTERS
Methane is released during extraction of coal , natural gas and oil. Methane accounts for about 30 percent of the increase in the global temperature since industrialization. Most countries pledged to reduce their greenhouse gases including methane as part of Global Methane Pledge but commitments still fall short of what is needed.
PROBLEMATIC PARTICULATE MATTER
Particulate matter is a mixture of chemicals , soil , moisture and other particles too small to see without magnification. These form during chemical reactions linked to nitrous oxide and Sulphur oxide from industries and contribute to chronic illness like asthma and causes premature deaths for people with lung and heart diseases
WHY IS IMPORTANT TO MANAGE INDUSTRIAL EMISSION?
The world health organization (WHO) estimates that 7 million premature deaths occur due to air pollution worldwide.
SOME OF THE IMAPCTS OF INDUSTRIAL POLLUTION ARE:-
- Respiratory and Cardiovascular diseases
- Cancer
- Decreased lung functions
- Increased frequently of asthma attacks
- Other respiratory illness
- Environmental degradation, such as acid rain
- Contribution to climate change
- Far reaching impacts on human health and environment
WHAT ARE THE EXISTING SOLUTIONS?
- Regular environmental impact assessments
- Stricter laws and enforcement
- Rebuilding habitats and afforestation
- Proper treatment of industrial waste
- Industry site selection
- Recycling
SOLUTIONS ADOPTED BY INDUSTRIES TO CONTROL THE EMISSIONS
- Bac house filters
- Cyclone Separators
- Electrostatic Precipitator
- Scrubbers
- Smog towers
- Anti Smog Guns
- Moss Air Purifier
THE WINS AND THE WORK STILL AHEAD
Industrial air pollution poses a serious threat to health and well being of human beings. Long term exposure to pollutants released from industrial activities can lead to range of health problems .It contributes to environmental degradation including acid rain and climate change. However the development and implementation of new ambient air pollution control technologies can be a game changing solution in mitigating the impacts of industrial air pollution. By investing in these technologies we can reduce environmental degradation and help to ensure a sustainable future for all.
“SOONER OR LATER WE WILL HAVE TO RECOGNISE THAT THE EARTH HAS RIGHTS TOO ,TO LIVE WITHOUT POLLUTION. WHAT MANKIND MUST KNOW IS THAT HUMAN BEINGS CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT MOTHER EARTH ,BUT THE PLANET CAN LIVE WITHOUT HUMANS”– EVO MORALES