Many third world countries suffer from a pressing problem of deteriorating condition of air and water caused by industry and construction actions. This essay will first suggest that the problems leading to this environmental hazard are lack of proper regulations and overuse of natural resources at construction sites, then will argue that with some solutions it is possible to tackle this problem.
The foremost problems that lead to detrimental changes of the environment are lack of proper regulations and overuse of natural resources. Weak enforcement of environmental laws allows industries and construction firms to operate unsustainably. Additionally, corruption and lack of accountability further exacerbate the problem. Furthermore, one of the other main issues is overuse of ecological resources. For instance, excessive extraction of water for industrial use depletes water tables.
Possible solutions to these problems would be to impose strict environmental regulations and incentives for sustainable practices. In order to handle this situation, governments must introduce and enforce stricter laws to limit emission and waste disposal. Besides, construction firms must be encouraged and subsidized to use sustainable materials and technologies that would minimize the effect on our ecosystem. For example, In Singapore, the government introduced the Green Mark Scheme, which offers financial incentives to construction firms that incorporate sustainable materials, energy-efficient designs, and water-saving technologies in their projects. As a result, the number of green-certified buildings in Singapore has increased, contributing to improved air quality and energy conservation.
To conclude, decreasing air and water standards as a result of industrial activities and manufacturing processes is one of the main challenges developing countries face. Possible solutions could be to adopt eco-friendly regulations and incentives for upgrading atmospheric and aquatic standards.
