The Role of Tall Smokestacks in Mitigating Air Pollution
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Summary
The article discusses the significance of tall smokestacks in preventing air pollution, referencing a short story by Kurt Vonnegut. It explores the role of smokestacks in mitigating environmental harm and reflects on the impact of air pollution on society.
Key quotes
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"In some ways, air pollution is kind of a part of life. I’d love to live in a world where the systems, materials and p"
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