Context:
As the increasing pollution level in both Delhi and Mumbai, studies have shown a direct and serious impact of air pollution on GDP growth and per capita income levels.
So, let us analyse the impacts.
Background:
The Impact on economic output:
Loss of GDP due to Air Pollution:
Recent Data on Economic Loss due to Air Pollution:
The cost of poor Air Quality: The costs of poor air quality were manifested in six distinct ways:
To calculate the impact of air pollution, the analysis used big data analytics, a primary survey, existing literature, and inputs from diverse stakeholders including academic experts in air pollution, along with cross-sectoral business heads and service providers. |
The challenge for India
Supporting Facts: Greenpeace Southeast Asia and the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air;
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Impact on Service Sector:
Way Forward:
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