European Journal of Theoretical and Applied Sciences, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 2(6), С. 861 - 872
Опубликована: Ноя. 1, 2024
The environmental impact of plastic waste incineration, particularly its detrimental effects on public health and local ecosystems, is explored within the context Freetown, Sierra Leone. amount has increased significantly due to rapid urbanization poor management infrastructure, with city authorities adopting incineration as a major means disposal. Although this technique minimizes volume, it emits harmful gases such airborne particles (PM2.5), carbon monoxide, dioxins, volatile organic compounds which greatly reduce air quality are severely residents' health; respiratory diseases; etc. It adopts mixed-methods approach, involving both extensive literature reviews on-field pollution testing examine personal health. Results show alarming levels (PM2.5) above World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, well elevated dioxin concentrations, demonstrate significant hazards for population. Furthermore, research emphasizes contamination soil water heavy metals resulting from processes, pose additional threats agricultural productivity human well-being. findings highlight an immediate need sustainable approaches at local, regional, or national focusing better recycling, interventions, strong policy measures frameworks. This why needed burning people environment in Freetown. In conclusion, study further dissects intricate balance between handling methods well-being urban areas, calling urgent tackle these critical issues.
Язык: Английский