Question

5. Suggest constructive measures to reduce the levels of Air Pollutants

Answer 1

At domestic level, we should mandatory segregate our waste(ref. Solid waste management guidelines 2016). This will ensure that we do not contribute to an erratic system that dumps untreated waste into landfills that emit copious amounts of methane and other toxic gases ( ghazipur, bhalswa, deonar and other disfamed ones)Especially in metros, start using carpools instead of using your own vehicles. The taxi aggregators are doing a great job to create supply with economical offers. Just go ahead and utilize it. Well, on a side note, it is unwise to own a heavy SUV in the first place, considering depreciation costs and a potent environmental liability.The govt ought to clean up the roads using vacuum machines, since 60% plus pollution is happening due to this particulate matter. This is only a curative measure, since the dust is caused by unchecked construction and sand mining in the first place. Hence, adequate construction codes and regulated sand mining must be in placeIndustrial pollution should be captured at source by requisitioning additional investment on such chimneys and apparatus.Initiate a carbon tax on all private vehicles run on fossil fuels, starting from diesel. This will make new junta aware about the potential of car pool and the loss-making endeavor of owning a car.The governments should not invest in road projects beyond a point, else it will fall into vicious cycle of : more roads leading to more cars leading to creation of more roads. Instead incentivise people for using public transport, by taxing the rich.

Answer 2

Answer:

Air pollution is the most dangerous and the most important issue to take care of. Small efforts and ideas are very less what we need is the awareness of the situation and authenticity of the information.

For instance, one should be aware of the fact that he/she is using A/C that can be a causative factor for increase in air pollution.

Explanation:

Following are the measures suggested to curb the levels of air pollutants in the atmosphere.

1. Proper maintenance of Vehicles and regular checking of vehicles.

2. Avoid burning of wastes, leaves and other garbage.

3. Use public transport system whenever needed.

4. Make sure that your vehicle's tyres are properly inflated

5. Use environmentally safe products whenever possible

6. Use gas logs instead of wood