Environmental Pollution

There are various types of air pollution contributors in California such as fire generated pollutants and vehicle traffic, which add particulate matter and carbon monoxide into the air we breathe. According to an article by Union of Concerned Scientists (Cars, trucks, and air pollution, 2014) particulate matter is made up of fine particles soot and metal that can pose serious threats to human health when deep in the lungs. Other pollutants emitted from vehicles are: nitrogen oxide which lowers the body’s defense system against respiratory infections such as pneumonia, carbon monoxide which blocks oxygen from reaching vital organs, sulfur dioxide which is emitted by both power plants and vehicles affect children and asthmatics, and hazardous air pollutants (toxics) which are chemicals that are linked to cancer, birth defects and other illnesses (Union of Concerned Scientists, 2014).

Air Pollution today has lead CDC's fight against environmental -related respiratory illness, including asthma.An estimated number of 6.5 million deaths are attributed each year to poor air quality, making this the world's largest threat to human health.According to the World Energy Outlook and the IEA estimate that death due to household air pollution in Africa may decrease by 110,00 to 2040.However, due to economic growth, urbanization and automobile emissions, outdoor air pollution may rise from 300,00 to 450,000 over the same period. Am going to be looking at the causes of air pollution. the problems emerging with air pollution and also how we as a community can help decrease the amount of death rate associated with air pollution.I remember growing up in Africa Air pollution was always a talk about a subject that always comes out because it is really contagious due to the fact that we are breathing bad air that is caused by our human contribution to the environment.Air pollution is considered to be a public health problem, it is responsible for most of our health problems after some research has been conducted in many different parts of the world and regions. According to the Geochemistry and Health paleopathological research suggests that air pollution is a form of smoke, plagued our oldest ancestors.Air pollution has emerged as one of the leading risk factors for stroke worldwide.

Air pollutions is a major problem across the united states and around the world. It is also probably the most serious environmental problems today. The term air pollution is just kind of tossed around and not taken as serious anymore although its effects are becoming greater. Air Pollution is toxic chemicals in the air, that can also be compounds and they are extreme enough to cause health risks. (Frank) This is damaging the ozone layer and creating global warming.

Industrial development of the past 200 years has brought immeasurable wealth and prosperity. However, it has also caused unintended eco- logical degradation and pollution (Shrivastava, 1995). Pollution is defined as “the introduction of contaminants into the natural environment that causes adverse changes (Khamis, 2017). Pollution is a worldwide problem that affects humans on a day-day basis causing disastrous and deleterious effects that eventually lead to loss of life. Pollution can be of various types; it can be in form of chemical energy, light, heat, noise. These are referred to as pollutants and most are as a result of human activities. The drastic effect of these activities greatly endangers life and has a lasting impact on the sustainability of the environment. This is why the issue of pollution is of utmost importance to every individual as it will affect the quality of life of the human race if its rapid progression is not curtailed.

Did you know that eating the fish you love like tuna or shark could actually do harm to your body? Fishes are a great source of proteins, nutrients, and omega-3 fatty acids, however they’re also laden with mercury which could be a problem. The poisonous pollution of mercury is contaminating the ocean which then becomes methylmercury, can be dangerous if you consume a bountiful amount of fish containing high levels of mercury; therefore, individuals should reduce their consumption of fish containing high levels of mercury, corporations should find ways to reduce mercury pollution, and the federal government should make a law to reduce gold mines, coal burning power-plants, and factories in order to lower emissions.

The ozone layer is earth's natural shield from the sun and without it we would dead. The ozone layer can never be repaired, so any damage done to it is permanent. A world without the ozone layer would immediately result in no vegetation, most animals dead, surviving humans flesh would be burning, cancer and organ deterioration. To prevent this from happening, we need to take care of the air and work together to live in a safer environment.

Abstract—The no of vehicles in operation world- wide had surpassed the 1 billion mark in 2010 .The rate at which this number is increasing is proportio- nal to the pollution level and maintenance problems. By automating this process using Internet of things and machine learning , we can make vehicles smarter, easily maintanable and more efficient. The paper formulates this approach using examples and explain- in detail about the techniques used.

The world faces many issues, but the most important which will affect people living on this planet is that it is slowly deteriorating. Pollution, excessive greenhouse gases, and the ozone layer depletion are causing the environment to slowly degrade and cause chronic and fatal health issues such as cancer. One of the main ways to help the environment be a better place is by having businesses be more environmentally friendly. Businesses don’t have to put a lot of effort in helping the environment, but instead small changes can make a big difference. Businesses can help the environment by reducing their carbon emissions, reducing carbon capping, reducing pollution, and reducing the amount of greenhouse gasses that are being emitted into the air. Businesses helping the environment could also save money for the company and make the world a better place.

Have you ever wondered how pollution, or more specifically how fossil fuels add to the effects of global warming? Fossil fuels are organic hydrocarbons formed from the remains of dead animals and plants which have decayed for millions of years. There are three main types of fossil fuels: coal, oil and natural gas. These fossil fuels have been the biggest source of energy to date. Coal been in use since 1,00o BC, replacing biomass as a primary source in the 18oo’s. massive consumption of oil started in the 1900’s and became the primary source fuelling cars, planes, other vehicles, powering electricity plants, etc. Yet despite being a natural source, these fossil fuels have greatly impacted the environment negatively, adding to the greenhouse gases, inhibiting the release of heat into the solar system and as a result is the cause of rising sea levels and irregular weather patterns.

At present, countries and governments have been facing and trying to figure out the best solutions that are relate with economy, politic, and social issues. However, the most essential is air pollution, which the U.S. government and other countries have been figuring out the best policy and solution to protect and reduce air pollution for living. As we know, the U.S. is the most responsible with air pollution in which economy develops rapidly. Furthermore, this is serious problem not only the U.S. federal government but also Texas state government.

Climate change has become a major concern for environmentalists, and society alike, during the past few decades. Climate change is the disturbance of the natural fluctuation pattern of the weather caused by humans. One significant component of climate change is pollution. Pollution occurs when contaminants are introduced to the natural environment, causing unfavorable effects to the environment. Three major types of pollution are air, water, and light pollution.

The detrimental pollution issue regarding the Lake of the Ozarks is one that has been floating among the Ozarks for about a decade or two. The water quality has gone down the drain in recent years due to numerous factors such as leaking sewage and trash pollution. This issue is an environmental concern because it makes the Escherichia coli (E. coli) levels in the water go up, which can lead to illnesses and deaths of people and animals across the area. There was said to have been as much as 15,000 gallons of sewage that led directly into the Lake of the Ozarks (DNR). This is a problem because it is affecting the health of landowners near the area, fishermen, and local businesses, native wildlife, and aquatic organisms; however, people are asking why it may matter.

Individuals have a moral responsibility to reduce their greenhouse gas emission. First, the pollution from various parts of the universe can negatively impact people living in areas far from the point of contamination. In this case, it is unethical to make other individuals suffer because of engaging in reckless behavior that can be avoided. Humans are social beings, and therefore, they have the obligation of protecting each other from harm of any kind. In extreme cases, climate changes, such as prolonged drought and floods caused by the accumulation of greenhouse gases result in death. Life is precious, and individuals have a moral obligation to protect it by all possible means. Second, the effects of releasing toxic gases into the atmosphere are felt after several years. In this case, when people produce toxic emission into the environment today, they put the survival of future generations at risk. Individuals fail to realize that if the ancestors engaged in irresponsible behaviors that the current generation seems to take part in fearlessly, today the world would not be fit for human survival. In this light, people have the accountability of reducing their greenhouse gas emission.

There are many forms of pollution throughout the United States, but one of the major sections of pollution is in our water ways. Having pollution throughout our water causes many problems not only for the environments within the water, and the environments outside of it as well. One of the major concerns when it comes to pollution is that people do not seem to care as much as they should. They don’t view it as a big problem, when in reality, it is one of the biggest problems facing the world today.

Since California's Central Valley is responsible of supplying most of America with its nuts, fruits, and vegetables, a significant amount of pesticides has to be used in order for them to maintain all of it. Cities such as Modesto, Bakersfield and Fresno are known to be the biggest farm towns in the state which plays a significant role in air pollutions due to the vegetation that is being taken place in these areas. Pesticide spraying is used on farms in order to get rid of and kill toxic, living things. Although pesticide spraying is needed in order for farmers to take care of their crops, they still have a large amount of harm towards the environment. Pesticides actually contaminate the air we breathe and have ingredients in them that stay in the atmosphere causing more air pollutions.