Presently, the pollution of oceans and freshwater has been a highly discussed topic by global organisations due to the fact that
water
is a vital and non-renewable resource of human life. Researches show that the
amount
of polluted
water
has been increasing over the decades.
Therefore
, it is necessary to understand the main causes of that fact and
then
, come up with effective solutions for that concern.
Firstly
, agricultural activities have an indisputable negative impact on
water
quality. Pesticides and fertilizers that are often used in
this
industry penetrate the soil reaching the groundwater.
This
impact directly on the production of
water
, once these chemicals are considered highly polluting. The eradication of agriculture is not an option, due to the fact that preservation of humanity depends on the provision of food.
However
, many companies nowadays have been investing in organic food, which is fruits, vegetables planted without the use of any chemicals.
Therefore
, the permission for using pesticides and fertilizers should be under discussion by the government.
Secondly
, the
amount
of liquid waste called leachate is
also
a reason for that issue.
This
liquid penetrates the soil and has as current destination rivers and lakes.
This
is not only harmful to the
water
but
also
impact the individuals who ingest
this
water
without proper treatment. As a
hence
, is likely to get in contact with parasites and bacterias presents in
this
trash. It is possible to manage that problem with the separation of leachate for a specific destination. The government should impose fines to citizens that not throw their garbages in the right bin.
Another explanation for that matter is the detergent released into the oceans, a result of domestic activities. Detergents that are often used in dishwashers have a composition that enhances the growth of algae and phytoplankton in the oceans.
Therefore
, algae and phytoplankton mature faster than they should and die, reducing the
amount
of oxygen in the seas which severely affect the ecosystem.
However
, there is a plausible solution for that, which is the substitution of detergents. If public universities were sponsored by public authorities, they might achieve a faster result for that matter.
To conclude, if politicals worldwide decide to reunite in favour of mankind, it is possible to achieve
this
goal. Thereby, the
amount
of polluted
water
in the oceans, rivers and lakes will decrease and
this
will benefit not only the ecosystem but
also
preserve our specie.