Question

Describe the prevention methods of water pollution.

Answer 1

The followings are the prevention strategies of water pollution:

1. Regulate or control pollutant discharge at the point of generation.
2. Treatment of wastewater by scientific methods before discharge into municipal treatment sources.
3. Setting up of Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) and Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) where ever needed.
4. Regulate or restrict the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides in agriculture. Create public awareness and involve people in the action plan.