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COVID-19 and environmental concerns: A rapid review
Gagan Deep Sharma1, Aviral Kumar Tiwari2, Mansi Jain1
1University School of Management Studies, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Sector 16 C, Dwarka, New Delhi, India.
Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews
|July 8, 2021
Summary
This study reviews environmental factors influencing COVID-19 transmission. It synthesizes research to guide policymakers on environmental measures for controlling the pandemic.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has had significant global economic and environmental repercussions.
- Environmental factors demonstrably influence the transmission dynamics of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
- National variations in population density, air quality, and land/water characteristics impact virus transmission.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize evidence on environmental concerns related to COVID-19 transmission.
- To provide conclusive directions on virus transmission in diverse environments.
- To offer insights and methodological guidance for future research and inform policymakers on effective environmental control measures.
Main Methods:
- A rapid review methodology was employed.
- A brief bibliometric analysis of 328 research papers was conducted.
- Evidence synthesis focused on environmental factors and COVID-19 transmission.
Main Results:
- Diverse findings exist regarding COVID-19 transmission across different environmental settings.
- Environmental factors play a crucial role in the spread of the virus.
- The review identified key environmental variables impacting transmission rates.
Conclusions:
- Environmental measures can be effective in controlling the spread of COVID-19.
- Further research is needed to fully understand the complex interplay between environment and virus transmission.
- This review provides timely evidence for policymakers to implement targeted environmental strategies.
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