Summary:
- Bangladesh is facing a major air pollution crisis due to the production of coal-fired bricks, which are a common building material in the country.
- The brick kilns release large amounts of particulate matter and other pollutants into the air, contributing to poor air quality and health problems for the local population.
- Efforts are underway to transition to cleaner brick-making technologies, such as using natural gas or renewable energy sources, in order to reduce the environmental impact and improve air quality in Bangladesh.