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Wang Tao
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In The Media
Measures to Reduce Pollution
Beijing's new fuel emission standards make the city a leader in improving China's air quality.
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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