Five effective ways to reduce air pollution for everyday safety
Turning a blind eye to challenges associated with air pollution not only risks our own health but the health of the planet for generations to come. There is still time, however, to make a difference. If we aim to improve the air quality in our home and community. And that makes everyone breathe a little easier.
Below are a few ways to reduce air pollution for our everyday health.
1. Understand the source of the pollution
While most people have heard of carbon monoxide, lead and particulate matter, they might be surprised to learn that the primary source of air pollution today is ground-level ozone. The chemical reaction that follows emits ground-level ozone that can lead to numerous health problems. Upper respiratory ailments such as asthma, bronchitis and emphysema are all related to ground-level ozone. Self-awareness will help the society fix the problem from the main source.
2. Reduction in use of the automobile
The making of gasoline requires the burning of coal and oil which causes an increase in sulfur dioxides, this does more than just contribute to ground-level ozone. Petroleum refineries are key producers of sulfur dioxides, and the more time spent behind the wheel of a car means more air pollution for everyone to breathe.
3. Invest in Plant fixation
Household plants, like the Gerbera Daisy, Peace Lily and English Ivy, are instrumental in removing carbon monoxide from the air. Using any of the natural air filters in your home or office can greatly reduce the amount of indoor air pollution and help eliminate recurring colds and respiratory problems.
4. Avoid usage of lead or lead substances.
Dangers of lead-based paint have been known since roughly the 1970s; however, recent environmental issues surrounding imported toys have caused everyone to rethink the use of lead in common household products. Check out every of your equipment and tools to ensure they are not lead-built, manufacturers can be contacted to have balanced knowledge of materials you are using in order to avoid having lead in them. If you are unsure if the item contains lead-based paint, contact the manufacturer and ask. If they are unable to tell you, return the item for a refund or get rid of it altogether.
5. Reduce the amount of dust set out into the environment.
Much of the thick brown haze you see over large urban areas is a combination of dust from construction sites, smoke from factories and the emissions from cars mixed together. While you might not be able to control the number of cars on the road or the types of factories that operate, you can watch your yard for dry patches and do your part to eliminate dust. If you are not ready to plant, sprinkle the area with water every few days to keep the dust in check. Better yet, cover with plastic sheeting to keep the ground from drying out while generating your own solar watering system at the same time.
Air pollution is a major pollution challenge that every industry aims to solve. As for solving, following the right step and methods will keep us at the stand of having a better solution regardless of whatever the ozone layer is made to pass through.
