Apocalypse 2012: The World After Time Ends (DVD Review)

Title: Apocalypse 2012: The World After Time Ends
Genre: Conspiracy, Prophecy, End Times
Production Company: Reality Films

Apocalypse 2012: The World After Time Ends is a bit of a mind-bender. Just when you think you can forget about the world’s problems, sit down and have a nice cup of tea, along comes Reality Films with this engaging, sometimes disturbing film.

The premise of Apocalypse 2012 is that the Earth is alive, a living organism. Hippies from the 70s or students from the 80s might remember James Lovelock’s Gaia Hypothesis. Or maybe Lewis Thomas’ The Lives of a Cell. These two scientists have their differences, but both agree that the Earth looks like it’s some kind of self-regulating, living system.

That’s a nifty idea, but Apocalypse 2012 takes it to a whole new level. A panoply of elders, sages and unorthodox thinkers all seem to be saying that the Earth doesn’t just look alive. It is alive—and not just as a simple organism or self-adjusting system.

Many of the film’s speakers believe that Mother Earth is a conscious entity, one that demands payback for terrestrial abuses. So 911, for instance, wasn’t caused by a single group of extremists but, rather, by our collective exploitation of the planet. We’ve been treating the Earth as a money making resource instead of seeing it as a source of life. And this, according to the film, is an unforgivable no-no just asking for planetary retribution where countless people get hurt and die.

Pretty heavy stuff. I started to feel a bit glum after the first hour. So I paused the DVD and went out to do some shopping. (Food shopping that is, and thank God I didn’t drive a SUV or the roads might have cracked before me..!).

Reality Films

Okay, honestly, I struggled a bit with this film. Part of me felt it was naive but another part sensed that it was important. At least, important for me to see at the time.

On the plus side, 2012′s archival footage and editing are amazing. It’s worth watching for that alone. And the soundtrack is effective. Also, its eclectic mix of speakers aren’t identified until after the show is done, which is a great idea. This sort of levels the playing field so we hear what’s being said without prejudging on the basis of credentials or honorary titles. (I hope that’s vague enough to avoid a spoiler!).

On the not so great side, the DVD offers a simplistic view of history that seems to glorify a distant, golden age that most likely never was (unless one takes Adam and Eve and other creation stories literally). The industrial revolution is portrayed as the Big Bogey Man that’s chasing us toward our collective downfall. But what about the Black Death of the Middle Ages, and various other lethal diseases spread by contaminated water in ancient and medieval society? All this happened well before the industrial revolution.

Having said that, can we really deny that the 21st century is dangerously imbalanced, globally speaking? The news media tells us that so-called mental illnesses are on the rise, as are the environmentally polluting drugs manufactured to treat them (most people forget that man-made medications, now matter how nicely they’re presented by pharmaceutical marketing agencies, are constantly being urinated back into the water supply). And as 2012 rightly says, the oil supply will eventually run out. Not even the Canadian oil sands are limitless.

Reality Films

But as to what happens next, I disagree with some of the film’s more gloomy pundits. I’m no gambler but would be willing to bet that God allows us to continue only so far on our haphazard course until we come up with better solutions. Technology isn’t necessarily the problem. We just need to develop better technologies, as many green companies already are (ask Neil Young if you don’t believe me).

I mean, where would we be without electricity? Just think of music. No Chuck Berry and “Johnny B. Goode.” No synthesizers or digital keyboards. No Close to the Edge or Fragile by Yes. Come on. Obviously this blending of art and technology was meant to be. True, those classic 70s albums warn us, as does 2012, to take stock of our situation and make a better world. But, again, I believe God knows what’s going on, and won’t let us slide too far without giving us the necessary light and practical conditions to make that change happen. In the worst case scenario, a lot of people might go insane, murder, die or commit suicide. But the whole human race won’t.

Apocalypse 2012 was probably also meant to be, a DVD that uses all sorts of high tech gadgets and natural resources to get its message across. But just because something is meant to be doesn’t mean that I agree with everything it says. To be fair, though, the second hour affected me more positively than the first. I could feel it working away on my opinions, shaking my proverbial cage, and compelling me to reflect.

And that’s exactly what this film sets out to do.

—MC

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What Happens When You Upset the Balance of Nature?

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Author: PDS

It can be argued that throughout history people have upset the balance of nature.  From the first time that we cleared out a cave to make a home, we displaced other living animals.  In modern history, we not only build our societies in ways that make it unfit for many native species but we also emit a lot of pollution into the area that leads to global warming.

Global Warming

Perhaps the biggest human upset to the balance of nature has come through our effect on global warming.  Many scientists believe that global warming has effected our planet to such a degree that large scale and possibly irreversible effects will be felt worldwide.

Those effects include changes in our weather patterns.  Higher temperatures may be linked to an increase in precipitation.  Higher temperatures may also be linked to stronger and more violent storms such as Category 4 and 5 hurricanes.

While much of the world is experiencing more precipitation and violent storms, some areas of the world, such as Africa, may experience severe droughts.  It is feared that those droughts will result in widespread famine, disease and possibly wars over resources.

Another major environmental change is the melting of polar glaciers.  In approximately the last 100 years, the surface area of glaciers has decreased by about 50  Glacier melting causes landslides and floods.  It also contributes to a rise in sea levels that may lead to the disappearance of some low lying islands across the globe.

It is also believed that the balance of nature will be significantly disrupted in the animal kingdom if global warming is not addressed quickly.  Some scientists believe that if the average global temperature rises 1.5-2.5 Celsius degrees (about 2 degrees Fahrenheit) 20 -30of the world’s species that have been assessed will be at risk of extinction.  The picture is even more dire if the average temperature rises by 3.5 degree Celsius.  In that scenario 40-70of the species already assessed will become extinct.

The Balance of Nature is Delicate

It is important for human beings to remember that we are just a part of the balance.  It is not our responsibility nor is it our right to change that balance of power and it is impossible for us to foresee all of the consequences of our actions, even with the brightest minds and the latest computer models.  So, for our own safety and that of our children it is important that we respect the balance of nature and to do our best to live within it rather than to alter it.

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The Challenge to make our environment a safe place

AIRS 2008 annual mean carbon dioxide concentration in the free troposhere via Wikipedia

The Mauritian wild club, in the context of the world Environment Day think tank activities, is proposing this paper. The university of Mauritius, the Mauritius Institute of Education, Mauritius College of the Air, Mauritius Examination Syndicate and Mahatma Gandhi Institute are the brain centers of our island. The staff and the students of such institution can set up projects that will develop the formation of a green society. This will trigger the Carbon Control Challenge to make our environment a safe place.

It is noticeable that there are many cars that are utilized by the staff so as to travel to and from work. Most of these cars run on fuel, which produce hydrocarbon and other gases including carbon dioxide. In case owners of such cars switch to the utilization of gas and bio-fuel, the reduction, the reduction of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere will be a starting point. The light and the lighting system can be changed to the utilization of low energy bulbs thereby reducing the amount of electricity. A further cut in the electricity consumption can be achieved by switching off all stand-by electrical equipments during idle time, for example, photocopiers, computer screens, and printers. Further reduction in the consumption of electricity can be achieved by wearing approximate clothing and thereby switching off the air conditioner equipment once the cooling temperature has been attained. Proper insulation of the rooms will prevent the cool air from escaping from the rooms.

In case we can inculcate these habits in the first instance then we would have laid the foundation of green society. Other habits that will prevent the release of large quantities of carbon dioxide can be promoted. It has been often quoted that when actions are initiated within the Réduit and Moka campuses, then the multiplying effect is experienced throughout the island. Some suggestion to reduce carbon dioxide emission ‘is a low carbon dependent citizen rather than a high carbon dependent citizen’. Use a bicycle or simply walk whenever you have to reach a very short distance. You can avoid using your car at least once a week. Can you share your travel with others? Can you setup a green travel club? In case the weather is mild, then open your windows and let fresh air circulate within your house and office. Turn off the air conditioner and cooler. Grow palms and other seedlings. Use energy efficient light bulbs and lighting devices. Reduce your heater by at least 3 degrees during the winter months. Increase the thermostat by 5 degrees once you have cooled your room.

Insulate your room properly in order to avoid any loss of energy. Use solar powered lights in your garden and driveway. Design your house and office in order to allow the maximum light. Switch off any electrical appliances and equipment which otherwise are left on stand-by-mode. Switch off photocopiers, printers, and computers when not in use. Organize your printing and photocopying jobs at a particular time. Send emails through networks rather than paper memos. As for your regular food, consume more fresh food rather than processed and frozen foods. Use water efficiently and repair leakage. Tell your friends and family to join in the commitment to save the environment.

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“Can I Save the World?” Easy Solutions to Global Warming at our Fingertips

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With so much information out there about global warming and the effects that are causing natural disasters, is there anything we as individuals can do to make a difference? Yep! You don’t need to move mountains, but a small pebble can really make ripples that can create positive changes world wide. Here’s a few “pebbles” you can use today!

We all feel we have a purpose in life. As more of us become aware of the damaging effects of global warming, we are also concerned about practical solutions to the problem. Most importantly, how can we fit in as part of the solution, instead of the problem?

Unfortunately, many of us become overwhelmed when we watch the ever-increasing natural disasters and it starts to feel like the world is crashing around us. I remember watching the plane hit the World Trade Center over and over and over again. I remember being completely paralyzed to the television. Sleep was optional, but only in between important news breaks. I felt helpless. I wanted to understand the reasoning behind the attacks to ease my fears of possible future attacks, but I mainly wanted a sense of control back into my life.

I do not like to focus on the doom of global warming because that’s not the best mindset for me to find solutions and implement actions. I truly believe we all can make a difference in our lives, in the lives of our families, friends and community. I also am a firm believer that every single action taken produces a ripple effect throughout the world. When we take a simple action such as changing a light bulb to a compact fluorescent bulb, a positive motion is set in place.

Just for fun, let’s see what can happen: (this will show how the action affects others)

o That old bulb in the living finally goes out. You go to your local hardware store and see miles of shelves of light bulbs! OY! (production of CFL bulbs)

o Someone comes over to help and maybe suggest a CFL. “A what?” you ask. The assistant tells you that even though the bulb is more expensive than a basic tungsten bulb, it will last years longer, it will not burn hot, uses way less energy, thus saving you money every month AND prevents the release of more than 450 pounds of emission from a power plant normally used to light the old style bulbs into the air! (increased sales and more potential advertisement of a green product, decreased amount of carbons released into the atmosphere)

o You read the advertisement and glimpse the familiar EnergyStar sign. So, you think, “Why not!” (increased awareness of a great program)

o You go home and your kids ask you about the funny looking bulb. (educates the kids and tell their friends how smart their parents are!)

o Your friends come over for dinner and recognize the bulb, but never really considered buying one until now. (increased awareness through word-of mouth [extremely powerful!!!] and more potential sales, advertisement, decreased emissions)

o You get the electric bill the next month and notice you really did use less electricity AND saved a little money. ($$$)

o You go to buy more CFL bulbs and realize the prices dropped a bit due to increased sales! (supply and demand of a product that improves our world)

That’s just for changing one bulb! Just one action really can make an impact. Just because we do not always see the immediate results don’t mean they aren’t there!

So what are the best solutions of global warming? Can we help save the world? Yep. I would first suggest do whatever feels right for you. The level of comfort will be different for everyone. To me, it can be summed up as: AWARENESS and ACTION

AWARENESS

My first exposure to environmental issues came about while working at Home Depot. I watch as a person chained himself to our lumber shelves and awaited the local police. His actions, maybe a bit extreme to some, created awareness to the customers, Home Depot and the media. Many of those same actions ultimately changed the way Home Depot purchased and sold lumber.

For me, my level of comfort was turning off the lights. The more I learned, the more I did to help the environment. Learning about basic, easy-to-do home repairs really made a difference and increased my confidence as well as the confidence of my customers.

Now, years later, I must say living in Thailand has taught me a lot about saving energy as well as joining together for what you believe in. I’ve seen Thais go to the employment office and march because wages were too low. I have witnessed the ousting of a political figure because the Thais felt betrayed.

I have greater respect for Thais and for others I’ve met from different countries. Their views and actions have taught me so much about global warming. I also have greater appreciation for our abilities as Americans to make changes worldwide.

So to further answer people’s question – “What are the best solutions to global warming?” My suggestions are all easy to do, but the main factor lies with what is comfortable for you. If I am given a great idea, but is too time-intensive, I probably won’t do it. But if it’s as easy as hitting the enter key, now you got my attention!

Ok. We are much more aware of what’s going on. We understand we have a problem. Now what?

ACTION

I started with small steps. As I learned more, I found the bigger steps easier than I realized. I discussed my views with others and listened to their ideas.

My friends in Alabama recently installed solar heaters and a tankless water heater. Businesses are seeing the advantages of doing the right thing and stepping up their environmental cleaning efforts People from all walks of life have created petitions requesting a more proactive government. Even the 2008 Presidential Candidates are listening. Many are now including global warming as their primary issue.

Need some ideas to get your creative green juices flowing? OK! Here you go! Enjoy!

o Get the family involved – make it fun and educational.

o Make it a project during your child’s science fair.

o Chat with your friends – they may have some unique ideas.

o Add a signature tag to your emails. I have a personal account with Yahoo. Whenever I send someone an email, my signature message or quote is at the end of the page. I create the signature once and forget about it. If you see a quote you like or have a message to share with others – signature it!

o Find out what tax incentives or refunds are available to you, i.e. hybrid car tax incentives, toilet replacement rebates, deduct the costs of energy-saving appliances and energy renovations in your home.

o Support greener businesses. Our money dictates what businesses sell. Our support encourages businesses to continue doing the right thing.

o Want to invest in the stock market? What companies are moving forward in clean-up? Researching new technologies? Contributing portions of their profits to support environmental organizations?

o Vote. What candidates are fighting for positive changes in the environment? Who seems to be making global warming a primary focus in their campaign? How does the candidate balance global warming and the economy? Does the candidate understand the threat and what solutions does he or she offer?

o Join others online and become a part of something bigger. In the past, petitions involved going door-to-door or standing near the mall entrance. Thanks to the internet, a letter to Congress has never been easier – or more effective! Read the letter already prepared. If you agree with it, type your name and hit ENTER !

o Submit your ideas to websites. I would love input from you! Your ideas can be just what someone else needed! Many websites would also benefit from your thoughts and appreciate the communication!

o Start a discussion group in your community. Barnes and Noble or Borders are excellent meetings spots. It’s a great way to meet others and bounce around ideas.

o Help improve your neighborhood. In Tampa, there’s a wonderful community group that has a Project Lottery. Each participant chooses a project they need completed on their house. A name is pulled every month. The neighbors spend one weekend on the project. The lucky owner provides drinks and snacks to the neighbors volunteering.

o Create a website of your own! Everyone has a voice. Today, websites are effective communicators and very inexpensive. Get the kids or the community involved. Let your voice be heard too!

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Getting into the Spirit of Green

Photo credit: Constantin Barbu

By Marian Van Eyk McCain

Even when a task is difficult, challenging or even unpleasant, it is always a lot easier if you are doing it for the sake of someone—or something—you love.

Even ‘going green’ can be a challenge sometimes. But if you are doing it out of love, it’s a whole different story.

Most of the tips and stories I find on green websites are practical ones, and even the reasons people give for going green are mostly practical ones too. There is a huge amount of material available about the practical, economic, environmental, scientific and sensible reasons why we all need to move towards greener habits and lifestyles. But one aspect of greenness that is rarely mentioned is the psychospiritual aspect. Nobody talks much about love.

So I believe we need to start talking more—and more openly—about how much we love this glorious, beautiful, green and blue and gold planet that we live on. And about how it is love, not practicality or political correctness or the desire to be fashionable that, for so many of us, drives the engine of our greenness.

Remember the first time you ever saw ‘Earthrise’, that amazing picture of the Earth from space taken by the crew of Apollo 8? Did it bring a lump to your throat? Frank Borman, who was the mission commander for that flight, said it was the most beautiful, heart-catching sight of his life. Many astronauts have said that it is a pity we can’t all have the privilege of looking at our planet from space, because if we could, we would embrace and want to protect it as our spectacularly sublime home, instead of trying our best to destroy or overwhelm it.

For far too long, we have either anchored our spiritual lives in some imagined heaven or assumed a fashionably cynical attitude towards all things spiritual, as though spirituality were somehow soppy or uncool. Well, those Apollo 8 crew members were neither soppy nor uncool. They were tough, well-trained, practical men. But they had that amazing privilege of really seeing our Earth as one lovely, connected, united whole, and it enabled them to take the pictures and to bring them home for us all to see and marvel at—pictures that for many of us have changed our way of seeing everything.

So it is time to bring our spirituality down to Earth and connect it to the things that really matter—peace, social justice, ecosystems, sustainability, the healing of a planet that is far too beautiful and precious to damage. Because we love it.

Marian Van Eyk McCain, a freelance writer and author of five books, is the Editor of GreenSpirit: Path to a New Consciousness, (O Books, 2010) Many of the 30 contributors to this anthology are well-known figures on the green scene, such as cosmologist Brian Swimme, ‘green’ priest Matthew Fox, economist David Korten, environmental lawyer Cormac Cullinan, deep ecologist Stephan Harding and Resurgence magazine editor Satish Kumar. Others are less well known, but all agree that one of the best ways of moving people towards greener, more sustainable lifestyles and attitudes is to encourage them to ground their spiritual lives in a deeper love for the Earth.

Pelican by Sharon Warden

Oiled Pelican: The Sierra Club

Pelican by Sharon Warden

Nasty, brown smelly sludge
covered the pelican
I rescued.  It let me
wash its wings with Dawn,
spray its quaking body
again and again;
contrary to nature
and all wild things,
it submitted to my scrubbing
as if it knew, as it looked into my eyes
that I wanted to fix things up.
Pelican, pelican, that yesterday
wouldn’t have let me within ten feet,
now under my brush.
Fly, fly away now,
soar to the sky, far
from this murky, fouled sea.
You were always my favorite bird;
whenever I saw you I would holler:
“Pelican, pelican.”
I mourn your next of kin
who never made it
to this shore.

© Sharon Warden June 2010

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More alternative news headlines at twitter.com/earthpages

1. BP oil spill: Kevin Costner’s oil-water separation machines help with clean-up | Environ | guardian.co.uk: http://bit.ly/dbJlSV via @addthis

Let’s hope it works. My feeling is that this disaster will spur us on to (eventually) solve energy and ecological problems. Although terrible right now (and probably for about 10 more years of cleanup), it might force us to find solutions. I’m an optimist. I believe in God…

2. Psychotherapist Caron Goode Says Your Child Really Might See Dead People: http://bit.ly/c9fw7C via @addthis

Okay. But just children? It seems our culture programs people to blot out any possibility of the other world. But as Leonard Cohen once put it, “There is a crack, a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.”

3. DECODING MYTHOLOGY: WHAT DARSHAN MEANS – Star Of Mysore Online: http://bit.ly/9C4GMD via @addthis

This reminds me of many years ago when an Indian friend rhetorically once said, “Well, I hope by now you know what Darshan means!” I think she was alluding to two ideas. One, that spirituality can be linked to ritual. And second, that it transcends discursive analysis and description–i.e. words.

Top 10 Benefits of Driving a Hybrid Car

Honda Hybrid Pace Car: iDream_in_Infrared / Courtland

By: Shaye Michaels

Do you feel for our environment? Do you want to save the earth? Then you should realize the need of acquiring a non-polluting, eco-friendly, fuel efficient vehicle. The solution lies in buying and commuting with a hybrid vehicle. These hybrids are tremendously fuel efficient and compact.

Why buy hybrid? Here are the top 10 Benefits of Hybrid Cars:

1. Built with lightweight materials, these cars are very compact in size. The engine is built to be very fuel efficient. When the vehicle stops at a traffic light, the engine with automatically turn off and restart whenever the car if put into a gear.

2. These cars have the benefit of being run by a gasoline engine and an electric motor which exists for acceleration.

3. The batteries of the electric motor get recharged themselves by utilizing the kinetic energy generated during braking.

4. Hybrid vehicle engines generate fewer emissions, provide good mileage, idle less, and are very fuel efficient. These hybrid vehicles can help save planet.

5. The aerodynamic architecture lessens drag and the tires are built with a unique rubber which lessens fiction.

6. The battery which is inbuilt has huge competence and is composed of nickel-metal-hydride.

7. The power-train equipment permits utilization of a couple of power sources and improves mileage.

8. There are numerous options to choose from. Honda, Ford, Toyota, GMC, and Chevrolet are a few worth mentioning.

9. In case you select a hybrid vehicle then the US Government will appreciate your selection by providing you considerable tax breaks.

10. Driving a hybrid implies that you are dynamic in guaranteeing the environment is clean and that you care for your planet. It also indicates that you are a responsible citizen who wants to save fuel which is valuable.

There are many great benefits of hybrid cars. In case you feel like purchasing a hybrid car, do focus on the reason why hybrid cars should be bought. You should also perform an in-depth analysis on their pros and cons. Discuss about the hybrid cars with the end consumers and the dealers. Some hybrid cars are perfect for city driving while others are more efficient on wider roads.

You may discover that a hybrid vehicle costs more than non-hybrid vehicles. Think back to all the benefits of hybrid cars and consider the fact that you can save money with the tax breaks offered on these cars which makes these worth buying. Most importantly, hybrid vehicles can help save the planet – 1 car at a time! Learn more about the benefits of hybrid cars.

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Review – Birds Of Norfolk: A Bird Watchers Dream (DVD)

Title: Birds Of Norfolk: A Bird Watchers Dream
Genre: Documentary, Nature, Bird Watching
Extras: Photo Gallery
Production Company: Reality Films

I’ve seen a lot of nature films so wasn’t expecting too much while placing The Birds of Norfolk into my DVD player. But this film, well, this one is different. Superb, actually.

The narration is lively and detailed with a fantastic soundtrack ranging from classical standards to tasteful, relaxing pop. Excellent maps illustrate exactly where each chapter is filmed along the breathtaking shores of the North Sea at Norfolk, UK.

But what makes this film stand out is its awesome cinematography. Directed by Robert and Jill Wilson, who also run a photo processing shop in Norwich, the cameras use state of the art telephoto lenses. The close-ups are crisp and clean, with vibrant color and outstanding depth of field.

Bird watchers, ornithologists and anyone loving nature will delight in this production. Not only does it offer sweeping, full color landscape shots of the beautiful beaches, marshes and farmland around Norfolk and the North Sea, but its coverage of indigenous and migrant birds and other wildlife is astounding.

Get ready to see sleepy seals, poisonous snakes, hungry squirrels, and high fliers from all over the world, to include the US, Canada, Africa, Siberia and Japan. Birds clearly know no national boundaries. And a host of enthusiastic bird watchers gather regularly at Norfolk to witness this dazzling diversity of species.

How ironic that I watched this in the midst of the BP Oil Spill. Although I already know that innocent birds soaked in oil is horrendous, this film just brought it all home and yet, thankfully, was something of an ideological antidote to that tragedy. It gave me hope to be reminded that some people really do care.

The Birds of Norfolk celebrates the grandeur and mystique of our natural environment and underscores the importance of not only conserving but actively nurturing the biosphere. We also learn how local ecological initiatives have, in some cases, cleaned up habitats and actually restored endangered bird populations. And that’s a wonderful thing.

This inspiring film depicts the exact opposite of the gloom and doom scenario now unfolding in the Gulf of Mexico. In a world with many wondering if we’ll make it through the 21st century, The Birds of Norfolk is nothing short of a revelation and certainly a wake up call to protect and appreciate this magnificent creation called Earth.

–MC

Pollution by Cars is Harming Our Environment More Than You Think

World Class Traffic Jam: joiseyshowaa / b k

By: Shaye Michaels

Pollution by cars is a major issue for most of modern-day societies. The pollution in air is comprised of many environmental attributes. It contains carbon monoxide, nitrates, sulfur dioxide, ozone, lead, secondhand tobacco smoke and particulate matter. Particulate matter, also known as particle pollution, is comprised of liquid and solid particles in the air. It is produced from road dust, tire fragmentation, vehicle emissions, power generation and industrial combustion, smelting and other metal processing, construction and demolition activities, residential wood burning, windblown soil, pollens, molds, forest fires, volcanic emissions and sea spray. These particles vary significantly in size, composition and origin.

Overloaded and busy streets of the USA contribute much to the deterioration of the air pollution issue. Carbon monoxide is a biggest constituent of air pollution. It is highly toxic, odorless and colorless gas. It is connected with incineration reaction in cars and other vehicles same with cigarette smoke. Carbon monoxide is dangerous due to the fact that when our body consumes it, the level of oxygen diminishes. Higher ranges of carbon monoxide is a danger to one’s life. Minimal levels of CO if inhaled by the body in a long extent of time will still cause respiratory sickness. Too much exposure may lead to harmful health issues.

When you go out on streets, you see large trucks blowing out too much murky smoke. Analysis depict that there is a very huge negative impact caused by pollution from cars and other air pollutants.

A study clarifies that a person’s exposure to toxic constituents of air pollution may differ as much within one city as across different cities. After surveying 5000 human beings for eight years, the analysts also observed that exposure to traffic-allied air pollutants was extremely linked to mortality than were city-wide background levels. For instance, those who lived near a busy road were more probable to die of a cardiovascular event.

Some examinations had approximated that citizens living in the most polluted US cities could drop 1.8 to 3.1 years because of exposure to constant air pollution. This has showed the way to conclude that:

Temporary exposure to increased ranges of particle pollution is linked with a greater danger of death due to a cardiovascular event.

Hospital admittance for various cardiovascular and pulmonary issues heightens in reply to greater concentration of particle pollution. Extended exposure to higher levels of particle pollution is a factor in dropping total life expectancy by a few years. These facts are really indicating us what future awaits Americans if this scenario carries on. Indeed, a demand to normalize pollution by cars is needed not only for the well-being of the present time, but for the times ahead.

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