Official air quality data showed progress for Beijing and neighbouring Hebei, although they had yet to reach the national target. Photo: Getty Images
Beijing area has its lowest ever PM2.5 levels after air quality push
- Levels of lung-damaging particles in and around the capital reach new low, although are still above the national target and WHO’s recommendation
- Anti-pollution campaigns show progress, but the region’s emissions remain high, with industrial and energy reform ‘tough nuts to crack’, minister says
Official air quality data showed progress for Beijing and neighbouring Hebei, although they had yet to reach the national target. Photo: Getty Images
