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The Most Polluted City in The World: Ulaanbaatar |
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by Tsengelmaa Nyamdorj | 17-10-2019 22:44
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Mongolia reminds green hills, year-around blue skies, and never-ending terrains. However, the state of the capital city Ulaanbaatar is in a much different condition: currently filled with the toxic-level air pollution that accounts for 132 deaths in 100,000 people. This life-threatening situation remains the same despite the constant efforts from international and national agencies. Due to underdeveloped industrialism, Mongolia relies heavily upon mining and domestic raw materials. Since there are no industrial centers scattered around Mongolia, half of the citizens reside in Ulaanbaatar, a center of mass concentration of people and economic activity. However, the initial plan of caping beyond those than 500 million people failed as 2 million people currently live in Ulaanbaatar. This overpopulation leaves many of the migrants to stay in the northern districts, filled with ger yurts that burn coals to resist the -40 degrees Celsius in the wintertime. Because of this unique circumstance, Mongolia cannot solve the problem of air pollution by just filtering out industrial wastes. The vicious cycle of burning cheap coal to stay warm and then suffering from medical expenses because of illness caused by air pollution is rapidly taking over lower-class Mongolians. The assumption of Mongolians lacking in renewable energies due to lack of supply lands no ground as Mongolia enjoys more than 250 days of sunshine a year and boasts a potential wind capacity of 1,100 Gigawatts according to the Ministry of Agency statistics. Then why is Mongolia still suffering from air pollution, even though the demand and supply is present? This mystery relies heavily upon the financial restrictions faced as a developing country. In short, the Mongolian sector of renewable energy needs international investments which is why as an ambassador of Mongolia to the Tunza community, I ask you to share this article to draw more attention to this problem and ultimately improve the sector of renewable energy in Mongolia. |
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6 Comments
Hi Tsengelmaa
As you mentioned in your report, Mongolia reminds me of endless grassland with people harmonizing with the nature. I'm surprised by the fact that Ulaanbaatar is suffering from serious air pollution. Before it's too late, usage of renewable energy should be implemented to the city. Otherwise, more and more people will suffer from secondary damages from the air pollution.
Hope the situation get better as soon as possible.
Thank you for the great report.
Posted 23-10-2019 05:10
Hello Tsengelmaa,
Thank you so much for sharing this
This was different from my imagination
Good wishes
Posted 19-10-2019 13:14
Hello Tsengelmaa!!
I hope you are fine and doing great.
Thank you for yours report talking on the most polluted city in the world.
Keep writing and shining.
Hope to learn more from you.
Warm regards,
Meena
GREEN CHEERS
Posted 19-10-2019 00:53
Hello Tsengelmaa,
Greeting from Nepal,
Thank you for your report about The Most polluted City in the world,
Keep writing such a great report,
Green Cheers from Nepal:)
Looking forward to read more report from you,
With Regards,
Sandhya Adhikari
Posted 18-10-2019 19:04
Hey Tsengelmaaa!
This is Lisa your mentor.
Thanks for sharing really unique story of your country.
I have never imagined that there would be anything close to pollution in your country!
The image of Mongolia I have in my head is just full of greenery, purity of nature and endless grasslands so I never thought there would be such a problem there.
A vicious cycle of fossil fuel and environmental pollution is a problem often found in many of the developing countries. I think that's why we have to pursue not mere renewable energy but the energy that is affordable at a rational price level.
Thanks for the great article, I reall enjoyed it!
Posted 18-10-2019 18:16
Hello Tsengelmaa
I do hope that you are fine and doing great with your works.
Thank you for your report about The Most Polluted City in The World
Green Cheers from Nepal :)
Keep writing great reports.
We are eager to read more reports from you.
Regards,
Kushal Naharki
Posted 18-10-2019 12:31