A description of the SOLUTIONS to Water Pollution

There are many solutions to prevent the pollution of water around the globe. Oil-producing
countries should put systems in place to deal with oil spills. The "slick-bar" system recovers oil
from the surface of water by skimming off the oil. Booms can also be used. This is where floating
barriers are placed in the water to prevent the spillage from spreading. Chemicals can also be
sprayed to dissipate the oil. Sewage treatment plants should be properly constructed and
regularly maintained so that dangerous effluent does not enter the water system. Industries
should create reservoirs for industrial effluent. These can be treated to remove harmful
chemicals before the water is released into the waterways. Strict laws with heavy penalties
should also be passed to prevent all forms of water pollution. Education can serve to prevent
individuals and corporations from indiscriminate pollution of water. The government of Trinidad
and Tobago has established the Environmental Management Authority (EMA). This has the
responsibility to educate the public on environmental issues. Many pests that attack agricultural
crops can be destroyed through biological control. The mealy bug, which destroys crops, has
been successfully controlled by the introduction of the ladybird beetle. This is a parasitic wasp
which feeds on the mealy bug. This system removes the necessity to use pesticides