Abstract:

Acid rain is a deposition of oxides of sulfur, carbon and nitrogen in the atmosphere and soil. It is a core contributory factor to global warming which is a major environmental problem in many parts of the world especially in Warri, Delta State municipal city. Acid rain occurs due to high levels of industrial activities like burning and production of fuel from fossil materials and other human  activities. These have been attributed to the cause of air pollution, water pollution and environmental degradation which has led to the death of aquatic life and soil inhabitants including soil texture which eventually leads to building collapse. Studies have shown that Warri is home to acid rain as a result of  the continual production of oil thus, it is called an oil city. The impact of acid deposition abound in the environment hence this paper review  highlights the causes and effect on the environment with reference to ecobiota and housing quality in Warri urban centers. A study has shown that acid rain rose from 6 percent to 20 percent according to reports by National Environmental Management Agency (NEMA). This report is evident in the death and activities of ecobiota and soil texture which has led to building collapse and other negative effects caused by the presence of coal plants spewing sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides into the air turning clouds and rainfall acidic. This review recommends shifting from the reliance on fossil fuels to green energy sources; wind, solar, and waves as measures to reduce the emission of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere as well as using building materials that are able to withstand the degrading effects of acid deposition for construction purposes and regular maintenance of buildings and structures to enhance their quality and aesthetic values as mitigation measures on the impact of acid deposition on the environment.