Digital Solutions and Technological Innovations Driving Public Awareness and Community Initiatives for Smog Reduction in Lahore: A Descriptive Overview

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2023
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Abstract
This study examines smog-related challenges in Pakistan, emphasizing its sources, health, economic, and environmental impacts, and proposed solutions. Smog, primarily from vehicular and industrial emissions, poses health risks and socio-economic consequences. Lahore's severe smog episodes signify a larger national concern. Addressing smog demands a holistic approach integrating regulatory, technological, social, and behavioral interventions. Discussed preventive measures involve public awareness campaigns, real-time air quality monitoring using digital tools, promoting cleaner behaviors, and strict emission control policies. Initiatives like the Billion Tree Tsunami aim to reduce smog severity through expanded green plantation. Challenges include inadequate policy enforcement, the need for public transport encouragement, and reduction of private vehicle reliance. Addressing industrial emissions and transitioning to renewable energy are vital. Theoretical implications stress adopting technology and behavior models for community engagement and policy formation. Practical implications involve integrating digital tools like IoT sensors for improved air quality monitoring. The study emphasizes collaborative efforts between authorities and citizens to effectively combat smog. It underscores the necessity for future strategies involving innovative technology, expanded infrastructure, and knowledge-sharing for a cleaner environment, especially in cities like Lahore, Pakistan.
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Authors Arfan Arshad
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Journal Pakistan Social Sciences Review
Year 2023
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10.35484/pssr.2023(7-IV)39
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https://ojs.pssr.org.pk/journal/article/view/374
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