I’ve previously discussed outdoor pollution, a common worry for expats. Less commonly discussed but possibly more concerning is indoor air pollution. It’s important to realize that a poorly ventilated house can have more … Read the rest
Category Archives: Air Pollution
Air pollution is the #1 topic on this website. Here is the entire collection of articles on this always-hot topic.
Air Pollution: Beijing vs. Shanghai
The United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) has created a pair of fascinating publications which provide revealing information about the environments in both Shanghai and Beijing. Both reports had focused on preparations for their… Read the rest
Air Pollution: How Bad Is It, Really?
This is definitely one of the top 10 issues that expats discuss, even before they arrive here. Yes, the air quality is an issue, but it’s important to review the facts as well.
Blue Air Days
First, subjectively and objectively, the air … Read the rest
Pollution: Close Your Windows at Night
Website: AMFIC – Air Quality Bulletin – 空气质量公告.
Beijing’s air pollution has definitely improved over the past year, but there is still a long way to go before they meet WHO criteria for healthy air. The usual… Read the rest
