This study reports the air pollution vulnerability mapping of Lahore city and provides
information about the vulnerability levels of air pollutants at various places of Lahore. The
air quality monitoring activities have been carried out at five places of Lahore and each
location is monitored for six air pollutants which are carbon monoxide sulphur dioxide
nitrogen dioxide hydrogen sulphide ammonia and chlorine by a reagent absorption method. The
sources and concentrations have been discussed. The data obtained from sampling at various
commercial and residential sites is compared against the past year data and the comparison
graphs are plotted to show the trend of these air pollutant. The spatial patterns of monthly
mean precipitation and monthly mean temperature have been studied. A public survey has been
conducted that shows the public awareness in regard to basic information regarding air
pollution. In the end some conclusions and recommendations are given for the purpose to
maintain a healthy environment for our citizens support the strategies to maintain energy
independence and promote an effective role in formulating the environmental policies.
