In spite of the recent strong wave of fog, Kuwait City remains one of the top ten cities with air pollution in the world, according to the international Air Quality Index (AQI). Al-Rai Daily reports that these standards differ from those of the Environment Public Authority and other local authorities.

An official Kuwaiti website dedicated to measuring air pollution revealed these alarming statistics. According to environmental activist Saad Al-Hayyan, the continued air pollution in Kuwait can be attributed to several factors. The lack of a clear plan and vision for increasing vegetation cover, which would help mitigate pollution, is one of them.

In addition, Al-Hayyan emphasizes the need for better coordination and connectivity regarding the examination of polluting cars and exhaust systems. This lack of regulation and enforcement contributes to the deteriorating air quality in the city. Al-Hayyan also identified the non-use of renewable energy sources as a contributing factor.

Using non-renewable energy increases pollution levels and exacerbates air quality problems. Additionally, waste dumps remaining open and the increasing desertification and sand encroachment in Kuwait further worsen the pollution situation. Al-Hayyan highlights that Kuwait is bound by international agreements and treaties on carbon emissions. Therefore, addressing these issues and taking necessary steps for environmental preservation is crucial for the country.