Luktkälla

Luktkälla is a concept that originated in Sweden. The term roughly translates to "bad odor source" in English. It is a derogatory term used to describe a source or origin of unpleasant smells. These places can range from locations subject to strong winds from nearby industrial areas or sewage treatment plants to specific household items.

Cities with high population density and industry-heavy environments are frequent targets of the luktkälla label. Not only do they suffer from increased pollution in the air and water, but the blends of different odors emanating from industrial sites make the environment itself a potential ambient odor. The term is effective when viewing crowded areas like urban zones. Odors in offices and commercial establishments can originate from trash repositories, employees, inadequate waste and hygiene management.

The versatility of the term "luktkälla" is noteworthy. It encompasses both natural environments inflicted by external pollution sources and areas negatively impacted by human actions. Additionally, one car parked in a residential area can potentially identify it as a luktkälla if it does not take open parking places, thereby retaining exhaust locally.

Overall, the use of the term Luktkällan reflects public disappointment and frustration with environmental pollution and corresponding lack of respect for cleanliness in different environments and shared spaces.