Pollution control is important because it:

1. Protects health

• Pollution can cause or contribute to many health problems, including:

• Respiratory illnesses, such as asthma

• Heart disease

• Stroke

• Lung cancer

• Preserves the environment

• Pollution can damage the environment and natural resources:

• It can blacken buildings and monuments

• It can contribute to environmental damage

• Reduces economic costs

Pollution prevention can reduce the costs of waste management and cleanup. It can also strengthen economic growth by making production more efficient.

• Prevents premature deaths

• Reducing short-lived climate pollutants can prevent millions of premature deaths each year.

• Mitigates public health challenges

• A warmer climate caused by pollution can increase public health challenges, such as:

• Heat-aggravated illnesses

• Vector borne diseases

• Decreased access to safe water and food

You can help control pollution by:

• Planting trees, shrubs, and grass in bare areas

• Properly disposing of household chemicals and motor oil

• Using fertilizers and pesticides sparingly

• Recycling glass, plastic, and paper

• Organizing neighborhood cleanups

• Using efficient appliances and heating systems

• Getting an energy audit

• Turning off electrical devices when not in use

Saving pollution revive the sdg goals 3,6,7,8,9,11,12,13,14,15