Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- Fancy corporate conferences are a good step, but meaningful actions such as follow-ups of the conference would improve society. The recent event by a major media group shed light on Pakistan's growing air pollution crisis. Experts, activists and government and international officials discussed the dangers of toxic air and possible solutions. But while discussions are necessary, action is even more important.

Pakistan's air quality is declining fast. Cities are covered in thick smog for weeks. People struggle with breathing problems. Schools shut down and hospitals fill with patients suffering from lung diseases. The situation gets worse every winter from October to March. Yet, despite warnings from experts and several...