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Chapter 8: Get Involved With Clean Air Groups
Clean air groups primarily aims to ensure a safer and cleaner air that the current and future generations will truly appreciate. For those who want to help keep the planet a good place of live, getting involve with clean air groups is a great thing to do.
The following provides a glimpse of the important role played by clean air groups:
Clean air groups play a fundamental role in dealing with environmental issues involving air pollution by conducting studies in order to facilitate policy development and achieve a more sustainable atmosphere. Although several businesses and government agencies have already started taking actions on some of these issues, there are still many gaps that need to be dealt with. Clean air groups aim to fill these gaps.
Clear air groups are open to anyone who wants to help in cleaning up the environment. Their main fields of activities include clear air in the cities, sustainable urban development, and protection of green areas. They are dedicated to exposing the truth behind the air quality in the planet and uniting people to carry out the necessary changes in order to protect the air.
They assist people in addressing the air quality challenges that the world experience. Most of them specialize in transportation such as the ones involving infrastructure and alternative fuels. As part of their efforts to improve air quality, they continually fight for issues on clean air both in the local and national levels.
Getting involved in clean air groups will give you the support and resources that you need to achieve your common goal. Protecting the environment and making the air cleaner will be best achieved if people from different parts of the society work together.
Chapter 9: What To Avoid
A lot of people want to contribute to making the world a safer place to live; the one that is free from pollution. However, not all of them know how to do it right. Most of the time, they are not aware that what they are doing pollute the air instead of making it cleaner.
The following are some of the most common mistakes that people commit when it comes to air pollution control:
1. Driving Short Distance: Most people know that driving contributes of the increase in the amount of carbon dioxide in the air. Yet, many people still choose to use their car even when they are just travelling at a very short distance. If you are just driving to a place around the block, consider taking a walk or riding a bicycle.
2. Leaving Appliances Plugged-In Even When Not in Use: Homeowners often leave their appliances such as TV plugged in thinking that it will not consumer electricity especially since they were in “Off’ mode. However, leaving these devices including phone charger plugged in actually consumes electricity that in turn increase air pollution.
3. Buying Factory-Farmed Meat: Unknown to many, industrial farming practices produce water and air pollution. In this regard, if more people are patronizing factory-farmed meat, companies will be forced to extend the time they produce these meats in order to meet the demand. As an alternative, consider buying meats of organic fed animals since they produce less carbon dioxide.
4. Taking for Granted the Importance of Trees: As the world becomes more modernized, different infrastructures are being built. Roads are also continuously being improved to provide individuals with a more comfortable travel. However, in some cases, trees need to be cut in order for these projects to push thru. To offset the impact of air pollution it is highly recommended to preserve and plant more tress.
Chapter 10: The Benefits Of Clean Air
Asthmas and allergies are just some of the respiratory problems that can be addressed by having clean air. Reducing the amount of air pollutants is the most efficient for improve air quality.
The following are some of the benefits of clean air:
1. Strengthens Your Respiratory and Immune System Breathing clean and fresh air enables the body to function and work properly especially the white blood cells that are responsible for fighting germs and bacteria. Moreover, fresh air also helps in cleansing the lungs, allowing the body to release airborne toxins.
2. Makes You Relax and Happier The level of serotonin in your body greatly affects your mood. Likewise, the amount of oxygen you inhale also influences your serotonin level. Fresh and clean air can increase your serotonin level, thereby, making you feel happier and more relaxed.
3. Improves Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Individuals suffering heart problems or blood pressure are commonly advised to stay away from places with high rate of air pollution. This is because polluted atmosphere forces the body to work harder in order to get the right amount of oxygen that it needs.
4. Promotes Sharper Mind The brain needs about 20% of the oxygen in the body in order to function properly. Breathing clean air can help in improving concentration and clearing your mind from all the worries in life. It also allows you to think better.
5. Reduces Infant Mortality Rates According to studies, a reduction in air pollution is associated with the increase in the mortality rates of infants. It is revealed that a reduction in the amount of total suspended particulates in the air can also help in reducing infant mortality rate by almost 4%.
These are just some of the benefits that individuals can receive one they stop polluting the environment and start working together to enjoy clean air. The responsibility of preventing pollution does not only rely on the government or advocacy groups. Citizens of the country can do several things in order to prevent the current air pollution from worsening.
As the effects of climate change and global warming now being experienced in various parts of the world, it has become imperative for all members of the society to start performing their roles in order to reduce its effects and provide the future generations with a cleaner and safer place to live.
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