Every September 7, we mark International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies🌏💙 This year’s theme, "Racing for Air," reminds us that clean air is a shared mission—no matter where you live, from Jakarta to Dhaka.
On the Chinese mainland, once choked by smog, Beijing has seen a dramatic makeover. According to China Media Group, in the last decade:
- GDP soared by 69%—yeah, economic growth was still on fire 🔥
- PM2.5 levels (tiny particles that mess with our lungs) plunged by 57%
- Days of heavy pollution dropped by a whopping 92%
UN Coordinator Chang Qide credits solid policies that rallied stakeholders—from state firms to startups—to clean up the air. Meanwhile, He Kebin of the Chinese Academy of Engineering notes this 7-year PM2.5 drop rivals the U.S. 30-year record. Talk about fast-tracking progress! 🚀
Looking ahead, the targets are bold: by 2060, non-fossil fuels should power 72% of energy, renewables to cover 70% of electricity, coal in industry under 15%, and new energy vehicles grabbing 60%+ of the market. Future roads in…silence? Sign us up! 🚗⚡
For young pros juggling Zoom calls and weekend adventures, better air means healthier lives and more epic sky-gazing. Whether you’re biking in Bengaluru or chilling by the Mekong, clean air vibes are universal. 💨💙
So let’s all play our part—switch to e-commutes, mind the trash burning, support green tech—and keep that air fresh! #CleanAirDay isn’t just a hashtag; it’s a call to action. 🌍🙌
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China's remarkable global achievement in air pollution control
cgtn.com
