Pakistan has introduced its first smog tower in Lahore, marking a significant step in the fight against air pollution and smog. This innovative structure has been set up in the Mehmood Booti area and is a joint effort by the Punjab Environment Protection Department and the Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDU).
The primary purpose of the smog tower is to clean the air in its surroundings by filtering up to 50,000 cubic feet of air every hour. It is designed to cover a radius of one kilometer and targets pollutants generated by industries, chimneys, and waste sites. Before expanding the project, a 15-day field test will be conducted to determine how effective the tower is at improving air quality.
What makes this smog tower even more noteworthy is its local development. Standing 20 feet tall, it has been built using energy-efficient technology and can operate using solar power, batteries, or electricity. This design not only reduces reliance on imported models but also lowers costs significantly. Additionally, the project is entirely experimental and was developed without the use of government funds.
If the results of this trial are positive, authorities plan to install more smog towers in other areas to further tackle the growing issue of air pollution in Pakistan.
