Air pollution has a significant impact on the environment. Emissions from factories, vehicles, and other sources release greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide into the atmosphere. These gases contribute to global warming and climate change, which can lead to more extreme weather events, melting polar ice caps, and rising sea levels. Additionally, air pollutants like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides can lead to acid rain, which harms plants, aquatic life, and infrastructure.