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Measures to Reduce Pollution

Beijing's new fuel emission standards make the city a leader in improving China's air quality.

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By Wang Tao
Published on Mar 1, 2013

Source: CCTV

Speaking on CCTV, Carnegie's Wang Tao explained that the new standard for vehicle emissions is the latest government initiative and a significant step toward tackling Beijing’s air pollution. However, he warned that “yellow plate” vehicles, Beijing’s geography, and also individual behavior all must be addressed and considered if Beijing is to truly to improve its air quality.
 

About the Author

Wang Tao

Former Nonresident Scholar, Carnegie-Tsinghua Center for Global Policy

Wang Tao was a nonresident scholar in the Energy and Climate Program based at the Carnegie–Tsinghua Center for Global Policy.

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