Pollution and Biodiversity Loss: A Comprehensive Review of Impacts and Mechanisms

Authors

Great Iruoghene Edo, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, NigeriaFollow
Agatha Ngukuran Jikah, Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Near East University, Nicosia, CyprusFollow
Patrick Othuke Akpoghelie, Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Science, Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, Delta State, NigeriaFollow
Joseph Oghenewogaga Owheruo, Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Science, Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, Delta State, NigeriaFollow
Endurance Fegor Isoje, Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, NigeriaFollow
Ufuoma Augustina Igbuku, Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Near East University, Nicosia, CyprusFollow
Arthur Efeoghene Athan Essaghah, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, NigeriaFollow

Document Type

Review

Abstract

Biodiversity plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance and providing essential ecosystem services. However, human activities, including pollution and overexploitation, have led to significant biodiversity loss. Pollution has particularly emerged as a major threat to biodiversity, impacting various species and ecosystems worldwide. This article synthesizes evidence on pollution-driven biodiversity loss, emphasizing industrial, agricultural, and urban sources. We discuss cascading ecosystem impacts and propose mitigation strategies to inform policy making. Overall, the article highlights the importance of addressing the impact of pollution on biodiversity to ensure the preservation of our planet's ecology and the sustainability of our natural resources.

Recommended Citation

Edo, Great Iruoghene; Jikah, Agatha Ngukuran; Akpoghelie, Patrick Othuke; Owheruo, Joseph Oghenewogaga; Isoje, Endurance Fegor; Igbuku, Ufuoma Augustina; and Essaghah, Arthur Efeoghene Athan () "Pollution and Biodiversity Loss: A Comprehensive Review of Impacts and Mechanisms," Al-Mustaqbal Journal of Sustainability in Engineering Sciences: Vol. 3 : Iss. 1 , Article 3.
Available at: https://doi.org/10.62723/2959-5932.1025