Ozone depletion could have major implications on the health scenario of the State, Transport Minister Mathew T. Thomas has said.Inaugurating a seminar on the topic 'Montreal protocol and ozone depletion,' here on Sunday, he said that air pollution caused by vehicles was a major hazard, along with other ozone depleting substances. The seminar was jointly organised by the Kerala State Science, Technology and Environment Council and the district wing of the National Green Army.Mr. Thomas said that it was our responsibility to ensure energy security for future generations. It was necessary for each one of us to ensure the energy efficiency of our vehicles, he said. The Minster added that the State government had already initiated a programme to sensitise Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) drivers on energy and environmental issues. "The students and youngsters in our State should also learn to use natural resources optimally, with minimum wastage," he said.Kerala State Science, Technology and Environment Council executive vice-president E.P. Yeshodharan delivered the keynote address at the seminar which was presided over by Ajith Prabhu. Harinarayanan, Ajayakumar, Mohan Kumar and Biju Kumar participated in the seminar. A painting competition for school students was also held on the sidelines of the seminar.
The Hindu, 3rd November 2008
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