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List of 10 most polluted countries in the world is alarming

The general state of environmental pollution is currently at an alarming level globally. Many countries in the world are currently experiencing alarming levels of pollution. So which countries are they? It can be said that greenhouse gas emissions are the main cause of climate change. They have devastated the world, and the issue of reducing these emissions is becoming increasingly urgent and putting great pressure on humanity. However, most of the most polluting countries do not seem to be aware of the need to reduce emissions, so they have not yet come up with specific measures.

1. Indonesia

Indonesia is fast becoming one of the most polluting countries in the world today. In addition, the country is also experiencing rapid deforestation. As a result, deforestation in Indonesia has reached 40% in less than 50 years. This Asian country has emissions equal to those of European countries, and its capital, Jakarta, is one of the most polluted cities.

According to the “Pollution and Health” report recently released by GAHP, Indonesia has recorded 232,974 deaths each year due to air, water, soil and other forms of pollution. Specifically, there have been 123,753 deaths each year in the archipelago nation due to air pollution, 60,040 due to water pollution, 16,331 due to occupational pollution and 32,850 due to lead pollution due to direct exposure to emissions from leaded gasoline.
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2. Japan

Japan is one of the most polluted countries in the world today. Japan's severe environmental pollution is due to overpopulation in small areas, causing industrial zones and residential areas to be located next to each other. It can be said that water pollution is one of the most serious pollution problems in Japan, mainly caused by these four factors: rapid urbanization, rapid industrialization, the lag in building social infrastructure such as drainage systems, as well as a policy that once prioritized economic development over people's health and a clean environment.

Although the central government, local governments, and the people themselves have made great efforts to clean up the environment, up to now, Japanese people are still living with a very seriously polluted environment.
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3. America

As a world power, America has its own weaknesses. Not only is America one of the worst countries in terms of CO2 emissions, but it is also facing serious threats from water pollution. The US government is consistently considered the number one culprit in greenhouse gas emissions, which have a major impact on the world.

In the US, air toxins cause 55% of pollution-related deaths. One of the most harmful air pollutants to human health is particulate matter (PM) - a complex mixture of extremely small particles and droplets created by fossil fuel burning, power plants and fires. Gretchen Goldman - research director at the Center for Science and Democracy of the Union of Concerned Scientists - said that PM is the main cause of most deaths in the US.
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4. Brazil

Brazil is currently one of the countries that is struggling the most with economic development, accompanied by increasing greenhouse gas emissions. This problem is further aggravated by the rate of deforestation in the Amazon region - the world's largest green lung. Brazil is also among the top countries in the world in terms of pollution. According to the results of the investigation by the Climate Observatory Network, with the participation of 37 non-governmental organizations and nature conservation organizations, it shows that greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity sector in Latin America's number one economy have increased dramatically from 114 million tons in 1970 to 449 million tons in 2013.
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5. China

The terrible air quality in China's cities is just one example of how the country is growing rapidly without adequate emissions controls. The economic boom has led to an increase in chemical waste and toxic chemicals that are being dumped into rivers. Children in China's cities are breathing air that is as toxic as smoking two packs of cigarettes a day! If this continues, it will cause major environmental damage. In just the past few years, China has surpassed the United States in the amount of CO2 it emits into the atmosphere.

There are no exact statistics on how much carbon China emits into the atmosphere each year, but its citizens are facing the reality that their country is one of the most polluted in the world. On January 4, Beijing issued a red alert - the highest level for smog, and a yellow alert for smog.
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6. India

India is also one of the most polluted countries in the world. The Indian economy is growing rapidly and the problem of environmental pollution is getting worse. As a result, many rivers in India are dying. The biggest problem with river pollution is that almost all of India's wastewater is discharged into the rivers without any treatment. Analysis of water samples taken from the Ganges near the city of Varanasi showed that the dangerous Coli bacteria level was 3,000% higher than the permitted level in some places. Air pollution is getting worse in India. It is even said that India's smog affects the weather in North America. Air pollution has severely affected India's agriculture. Rice production in southern India has dropped significantly as brown clouds cover the sky.
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7. Qatar

Qatar, the richest country in the world in terms of GDP per capita, is also the most polluted. As one of the world's smallest peninsulas in the arid region, Qatar is facing serious challenges in terms of water security for both domestic and industrial use.
With a population of over 2 million and growing rapidly, Qatar is also suffering from severe pollution caused by its growing number of construction sites and busy aviation system.
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8. Pakistan

It is estimated that more than 250,000 Pakistani children die each year from typhoid, cholera, dysentery and hepatitis. These diseases are all linked to unsafe water. Pakistan is one of the most polluted countries in the world at alarming rates. In Pakistan, drinking water contaminants such as fluoride, arsenic and nitrates have been detected in various locations. Arsenic contamination has been found in southern Punjab and central Sindh. Water pollution is a major cause of many serious and deadly diseases in Pakistan. Pakistani meteorologist Mohammad Hanif said the current pollution – caused by dust, people burning stubble in fields, and emissions from factories and brick kilns in Pakistan and neighboring India – is expected to last until the middle of this month.
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9. Mexico

Ozone is a known component of smog, and when ozone levels increase, it can lead to respiratory problems. Mexico issued an ozone alert in 2015 and issued another one in 2020.

In response to the situation, a “Hoy no circular” program to limit the circulation of cars with high emissions was also activated in the capital Mexico City. In addition, factories and industrial zones were also forced to operate at lower capacity to reduce emissions by 30% to 40%. Mexican authorities said that the widespread heat has caused 896 fires and hot spots in many states. In addition to the Valley of Mexico, many cities in different states have also activated air pollution alerts.
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10. Afghanistan

With a population of nearly 30 million, Afghanistan often faces problems related to traffic congestion or dust causing heavy air pollution. The “modest” size of the mountainous cities leads to illegal construction, along with the use of diesel generators or worse, the burning of tires or plastic bags for fuel. This seriously affects the air quality of this country.

Statistics show that in Afghanistan, people often use poor quality fuels, including coal to keep their homes or offices warm during the winter. This is one of the reasons why this country has severe air pollution.
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