Unfortunately it's true. I can't really complain as compared to other cities around the world I am fine but other cities are in a terrible position and I don't see things getting better.
Look at Asians, wearing mask for a long time and not for covid, but to protect themselves against pollution.
Disadvantage of civilisation right there…
Well, I would not necessarily call it like that as some countries have been able to do both, civilization and preserve nature as well.