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Satellite-Based Analysis of Air Quality altering Factors: A Multi-Sectoral Guide for Mitigating Environmental Smog
* 1 , 2 , 3
1  Environmental Protection Agency, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
2  Department of Geography, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
3  Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Lahore, Pakistan
Academic Editor: Alexander Kokhanovsky

https://doi.org/10.3390/ECRS2023-16857 (registering DOI)
Abstract:

Aerosols are one of the major reasons to decline air quality world-wide. Vehicular/industrial emissions and crop waste burnings are the major contributors involved in deteriorating the air quality including metrological factors such as lack of rainfall and high relative humidity. Lahore Division of Punjab Pakistan has been affected by smog pollution during October and November since 2017. So, goal of the present study is to identify the key air pollution generating sources and their contribution in smog formation. In this study, aerosol optical depth (AOD) and thermal anomalies have been analyzed and examined with three metrological elements i.e. temperature, humidity and rainfall of October & November during 2018-2022 using satellite data. Transport, industrial and agricultural data derived from secondary sources has also been considered in this study. Results of the study exhibited that transport sector is playing leading role by having 43% share of pollutants emission into the ambient air. Whereas, results of the satellite imagery showed that AOD level increased in Lahore Division due to significant variation in metrological factors and thermal anomalies. Hence, results of the study suggest multi-sectoral short, medium and long term plans to tackle air pollution for environmental, social and economic sustainability.

Keywords: AOD; Lahore Division; smog; vehicular emissions
Comments on this paper
Jesse Pinkman
This research is so detailed. It provides a comprehensive analysis of air quality alteration factors in Lahore Division, Punjab, Pakistan, focusing on the significant contributions of vehicular/industrial emissions and crop waste burnings to smog formation.
shazia pervaiz
Thank you for your insightful comment! We aimed to provide a thorough examination of air quality factors in Lahore Division, Punjab, Pakistan, with a specific focus on the impactful contributions of vehicular/industrial emissions and crop waste burnings to smog formation. We appreciate your recognition of our efforts to provide a comprehensive analysis.

Aphoxc Stroon
Thank you to the authors for doing this study and offering policymakers and the public important ideas. I think this study might create awareness and motivate Lahore and other cities to improve air quality. I'm curious about the authors' techniques, data sources, and validation. Comparisons with other cities or regions with comparable air pollution issues would be helpful. I hope the writers continue their research and share their findings with scientists and the public.
shazia pervaiz
Thank you for your thoughtful comment and appreciation of our study. We are glad to hear that you believe our research may create awareness and motivate efforts to improve air quality in Lahore and beyond. Regarding our techniques, data sources, and validation, we employed rigorous scientific methods and utilized a combination of data sources. We also welcome your suggestion for comparisons with other cities or regions facing similar air pollution challenges, and we will certainly consider this for future research endeavors. We are committed to continuing our research efforts and sharing our findings with both the scientific community and the public. Thank you again for your valuable feedback.

Jeffree Star
The study provides valuable insights into the complex interplay of factors contributing to air pollution, particularly smog formation, in Lahore Division, Pakistan, and emphasizes the importance of a multi-sectoral approach to mitigate environmental smog and improve air quality for sustainable development
shazia pervaiz
Thank you for your insightful comment! We agree that our study sheds light on the intricate factors contributing to air pollution and smog formation in Lahore Division, Pakistan. We emphasize the significance of adopting a multi-sectoral approach to effectively mitigate environmental smog and enhance air quality for sustainable development. Your recognition of the importance of our research is greatly appreciated.

Aphoxc Stroon
"A Multi-Sectoral Guide for Mitigating Environmental Smog: Satellite-Based Analysis of Air Quality Altering Factors" offers a thorough and perceptive analysis of the intricate causes causing air pollution, with a focus on the Lahore Division of Punjab, Pakistan. Through the use of satellite data and the consideration of multiple meteorological factors, the book provides insightful information about the origins and dynamics of smog development. Its focus on multi-sectoral approaches highlights the need of teamwork in tackling issues related to air quality, making it a vital tool for researchers, politicians, and environmental enthusiasts looking for long-term solutions.
shazia pervaiz
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback on our research article, "A Multi-Sectoral Guide for Mitigating Environmental Smog: Satellite-Based Analysis of Air Quality Altering Factors." We're delighted that you found our analysis thorough and perceptive, particularly in understanding the complex causes of air pollution in the Lahore Division of Punjab, Pakistan. We appreciate your recognition of the importance of our multi-sectoral approach and agree that collaboration is crucial in addressing air quality challenges. Your endorsement as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and environmental advocates encourages us to continue our efforts towards sustainable solutions.

Hubert ben
This research paper focuses on the important issue of air pollution and its effects on health and the environment. Identifying the source of air pollutants and how they affect the formation of smog is important to propose effective solutions slice master game.
shazia pervaiz
Thank you for emphasizing the significance of our research on air pollution and its impact on the environment. Identifying pollutant sources and their role in smog formation is crucial for proposing effective solutions.

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