The Impact of Air Pollution and Climate Change on Humans and Pathways to Achieving Sustainable Development

Homayoun Hosseini¹ Mohammad Salar Sharifei² Mohammadreza Mohammadshafiei³

1) Student, Dr. Mohammad Shafiei Primary School
2) Student, Dr. Mohammad Shafiei Primary School
3) Faculty Member, Azad University, Najafabad Branch

Publication : 9th International Congress of Developing Agriculture, Natural Resources, Environment and Tourism of Iran(8icsda.ir)
Abstract :
Air pollution and climate change are among the biggest environmental crises of the present era, with serious impacts on human health, ecosystems, and the global economy. Air pollution, which primarily arises from industrial activities, transportation, and the burning of fossil fuels, not only causes direct damage to the respiratory, cardiovascular, and brain systems of humans but also exacerbates climate change. Climate change, which is the result of increased greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, brings about not only extreme temperature changes but also droughts, floods, and storms, all of which have negative effects on agriculture, water resources, and food security in various societies. These crises directly impact the quality of life and human well-being and pose significant threats to future generations. Achieving sustainable development, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, using renewable energy sources, and public education on environmental protection, are among the effective solutions to reduce these crises. This paper explores the effects of these crises on humans and the environment and analyzes pathways to sustainable development in the direction of environmental preservation and human well-being improvement.
Keywords : air pollution human health pollutants environment respiratory diseases and climate change