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Soil Pollution in Urban Environments: Sources, Consequences, Potential Mitigation Strategies and the Importance of Sustainable Urban Development

Muhammad Nauman Hanif a , Ian B. Benitez b

a Department of Soil & Environmental Sciences, MNS University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

b Innovation and Research Office, FEU Institute of Technology, Manila, Philippines

Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, (2025), Vol. 236, No. 14

Abstract: Soil pollution in urban environments is a critical issue with significant implications for public health, environmental quality, and sustainable urban development. This review paper explores the various aspects of soil pollution in urban areas, including its sources, types of pollutants, consequences, mitigation strategies, and the importance of sustainable urban development. The sources of soil pollution in urban environments are diverse, ranging from industrial activities and waste disposal to emerging sources like microplastics and pharmaceuticals. The types of pollutants found in urban soils include heavy metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and organochlorine pesticides, among others. The consequences of soil pollution in urban areas encompass public health risks, environmental impacts, and contamination of water resources. Mitigation strategies such as remediation techniques, pollution prevention measures, urban green infrastructure, and public awareness are crucial for addressing soil pollution in urban environments. Sustainable urban development plays a key role in maintaining soil health and integrating soil considerations into urban planning. By understanding the sources, types, consequences, and mitigation strategies of soil pollution in urban areas, cities can work towards healthier environments and sustainable development.

Recommended Citation

Hanif, M. N. & Benitez, I. B. (2025). Soil Pollution in Urban Environments: Sources, Consequences, Potential Mitigation Strategies and the Importance of Sustainable Urban Development. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 236(14). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-025-08421-0
M. N. Hanif and I. B. Benitez, "Soil Pollution in Urban Environments: Sources, Consequences, Potential Mitigation Strategies and the Importance of Sustainable Urban Development," Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, vol. 236, no. 14, 2025. doi: 10.1007/s11270-025-08421-0.
Hanif, Muhammad Nauman, and Ian Bartican Benitez. "Soil Pollution in Urban Environments: Sources, Consequences, Potential Mitigation Strategies and the Importance of Sustainable Urban Development." Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, vol. 236, no. 14, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-025-08421-0.
Hanif, M. N. & Benitez, I. B.. 2025. "Soil Pollution in Urban Environments: Sources, Consequences, Potential Mitigation Strategies and the Importance of Sustainable Urban Development." Water, Air, & Soil Pollution 236, no. 14. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-025-08421-0.

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