As it was explained in our home page, we aim to identify and address the environmental issues affecting the three water basins of Caspian Sea, Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman. To achieve that, we should not forget the role of the countries bordering these water basins.

To have a more focused examination/assessment of the environmental challenges of the countries in our targeted region, we group them into three sub-categories/groups.   We have placed the countries bordering the Caspian Sea in one category/group and the countries bordering the Persian Gulf and Gulf Oman in two other groups/categories.  

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Addressing environmental problems in our selected regions requires a systematic and multidisciplinary approach, as the area faces a range of environmental challenges including water quality issues, habitat degradation, and the impacts of climate change. Since we aim to involve our viewers/readers in our projects, here, we summarise a general guideline on how to approach and investigate these problems:

1- Scope and Objectives

-Specific objectives of our investigation are related to water quality, air pollution, marine life, habitat degradation in the region.  We hope to achieve/understand

2= Gather Data and Information:

To achieve the above objectives we collect data and information related to the environmental issues in our targeted region.  This include but not limited to government reports, scientific studies and historical data.  It is necessary for us to collaborate with local research institutions, environmental organisations or governmental agencies to access data and expertise.  They can provide valuable insights, data, and perspectives on the issue.

3-Field Studies and Surveys:

We do not solely rely on secondary data (official and non-official published reports) but also we conduct field studies and surveys to gather primary data. This could involve water and air quality measurements, biodiversity assessments, or climate data collection, interviews, and data analysis. Collaborate with local institutions and experts for data collection.

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5-Geographic Information System (GIS):

Utilize GIS tools to map and analyse spatial data, which can help identify patterns and correlations related to the environmental problem. GIS can be especially useful for issues like land use changes or habitat mapping.  We aim at utilising appropriate analytical techniques to analyse the collected data. This may involve laboratory analysis, statistical modelling, or GIS (Geographic Information Systems) mapping.  Our experts conduct these.

6- Impact Assessment

Along with collecting data and analysing them, we also need to assess the socio-economic impacts of the problem. Understand how it affects ecosystems, human health, livelihoods, and the overall well-being of the region.

7-Policy and Regulatory Analysis:

To understand how the regional governments have addressed and dealt with the existing environmental problems and how successful they have been we examine their existing environmental policies, regulations and legal frameworks related to the issues.  This will enable us to assess their effectiveness and identify gaps or areas for improvement.

8. Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies:

Based on our research findings, we will develop and recommend mitigation and adaptation strategies to address the environmental problems. These may include policy changes, conservation measures, or community-based initiatives.  We will engage with policymakers and relevant authorities in every single country in our region to ensure our recommendations are considered and implemented.

10. Communication and Outreach:

We will share our findings with relevant stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs, and the public. We believe effective communication is key to raising awareness and driving action.

11. Advocacy and Collaboration:

We also believe that collaboration with regional and international organizations, as well as neighbouring countries, is a necessary requirement to address transboundary environmental issues.

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The starting point for our investigation is to know what environmental problems caused by government policy and what environmental problems caused by climate change.

 

There are many environmental problems that can be caused by government policy, including:

• Air Pollution: Government policies that promote the use of fossil fuels, such as coal and oil, can lead to air which cause respiratory problems, heart disease, and cancer.

• Water pollution: Government policies that allow for the dumping of pollutants into waterways can lead to water pollution. This can contaminate drinking water, make it unsafe for swimming and fishing, and harm aquatic ecosystems.

• Land pollution: Government policies that promote unsustainable development practices, such as deforestation and overgrazing, can lead to land pollution. This can degrade soil quality, reduce biodiversity, and increase the risk of flooding and erosion.

• Overfishing. Government policies that allow for the overfishing of fish stocks can lead to fish depletion, which can have a number of negative impacts on marine ecosystems. 

• Waste disposal: Government policies that do not adequately regulate waste disposal can lead to environmental problems. This can include the improper disposal of hazardous waste, which can pollute soil and water, and the creation of landfills, which can release methane, a greenhouse gas.Waste disposal. Government policies that do not adequately regulate waste disposal can lead to environmental problems, such as water pollution and air pollution.

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It is important to note that government policies can also address and mitigate the impacts of climate change. Effective policies can include regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote renewable energy, and protect natural habitats. Conversely, inadequate government policies can exacerbate both environmental problems caused by government actions and those resulting from climate change. Addressing these challenges often requires a combination of global cooperation, national policies, and individual actions.In following pages (Caspian Sea, Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman and Iran, IR) we address the environmental issues/problems stated above and some more.

Government Accountability 

 

Climate change is also a major cause of environmental problems in the region, including:

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• Food and Water Scarcity: Climate change can disrupt agricultural patterns, leading to food shortages and water scarcity in many regions.

• Sea level rise: As the Earth's climate warms, the oceans are expanding and sea levels are rising. This can cause flooding in coastal areas, damage to infrastructure, and displacement of people.

• Extreme weather events: Climate change is making extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, floods, and storms, more frequent and intense: These events can cause widespread damage and loss of life.

• Wildfire: Climate change is making wildfires more frequent and intense. This is due to the fact that warmer temperatures and drier conditions create more favorable conditions for fires to start and spread.

• Disease: Climate change can also lead to the spread of diseases, such as malaria and dengue fever. This is because warmer temperatures and changing precipitation patterns can create more favorable conditions for the mosquitoes that carry these diseases.

• Loss of biodiversity: Climate change is causing the loss of biodiversity, as many species are unable to adapt to the changing climate. This can have a number of negative impacts, such as the disruption of food chains and the loss of ecosystem services.

• Water acidification: As bodies of water such as oceans, sea and lakes absorb more carbon dioxide, they become more acidic. This can harm marine life and make it difficult for them to build shells and skeletons.

• Species Extinction: Changes in temperature and habitat disruption due to climate change can lead to the loss of biodiversity and the extinction of vulnerable species.

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In the current page we look more closely at the issues related to climate change, such as climates zone, micro climate, Urban Heat centre  and in the following pages address the problems arising from the Climate Change in our region.  

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