Save the environment

Karachi is facing the following three environmental issues; lack of management of garbage. air pollution and contaminated water. The management of garbage is the most important issue, which requires the immediate attention of the authorities, since the non disposal of garbage doesn’t only cause air pollution, but contaminates the water available for drinking purpose. To address these issues, we need to create awareness among people about the ‘rescue, recycle and reuse’ concept. People should be encouraged to use environment-friendly and biodegradable products. The excessive use of pesticides and fertilisers in plants should be reduced.

Air pollution is mainly caused by transport and industries. The alarming effects of air pollution are respiratory and heart-related diseases, acid rain, adverse effects on the wild life and the depletion of the ozone. The following measures can be taken to reduce air pollution. Encourage people to use public transport to reduce the heavy flow of traffic on streets. People should use the car pooling service to save energy and money. Energy should be conserved by switching off unnecessary lights. The government and all quarters should concentrate on promoting clean energy resources like solar, wind and geothermal energy. Use energy efficient devices like CFL lights which consume less electricity and result in lower electricity bills. These also help reduce pollution and consuming less energy. It is also important that the media plays its role in creating awareness among people.

Tooba Khan

Karachi