World's 10 Most Polluted Cities


Bangalore: The environmental problems in the world are growing rapidly, and are putting a strain on the environment, infrastructure and the natural resources. Based upon the level of polluting particles in the air, the 10 most air polluted cities in the world are listed below. To put it into perspective, New York City averages 21 micrograms per cubic meter.

10. Kanpur, India:

On position ten is Kanpur, India. The city records for 209 micrograms of polluting particles per cubic meter. The city has an alarmingly high air pollution level and the reasons accounted for it being one of the most polluted cities are the emission of hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and other harmful gases. The vehicles seem to largely contribute to the ever-increasing air pollution. Kanpur is also home to the largest tanneries in India, which are also the primary source of the pollution throughout the city.

 

9. Yasouj, Iran:

On the ninth place is Yasouj in Iran. It records for 215 micrograms of polluting particles per cubic meter. Yasouj is known for their sugar processing plant and coal power plant which generates electricity for the entire area. The city is still in the process of constructing a new private oil refinery.