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2013_14 IDP Review.pdf - KZN Development Planning

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2.3.6 Air QualityPollutantsIndustriesWind scattered litterIllegal coal mining dumpsManagement StatusNo data on ambient air quality data is available at present. However, it is assumed that airquality over the Umzinyathi area is negatively affected by various points and diffuse sources ofair pollution.Management MeasuresBiogas PlantFeed lotCampaignsPressuresHealth impactsEcological impact, including reduced bio-productionStructural damageImpaired visibilityAir pollution due to the use of coal, fuel wood, and paraffinIndustrial emissionsProposed InterventionsIncreasing the use of environmentally friendly energy carries such as electricityDecrease in mining activitiesReduced carbon print for the district2.4 Key Environmentak IssuesConstraints1. Environmental Management2. Poor Waste Management3. Biodiversity4. Land Degradation5. Soil Erosion6. Surface and Groundwater pollutionDraft <strong>2013</strong>/<strong>14</strong> <strong>IDP</strong> <strong>Review</strong> Page 71Prepared by Umzinyathi District Municipality22 March <strong>2013</strong>

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