Beijing Commuters Battle Air Pollution in the Chinese Megacity (IMAGE)

Natural Environment Research Council

Beijing Commuters Battle Air Pollution in the Chinese Megacity

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New research into toxic fumes polluting a Chinese megacity could help protect the health of millions in the coming decades. Air pollution reached "hazardous" levels in Beijing as global leaders met in Paris to thrash out a deal to cut fossil fuel emissions worldwide. Commuters (pictured) were forced to cover their mouths to prevent inhaling the smoke.

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Ted Garnett

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