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ABOUT US
We catalyze action for clean air and livable cities in Asia
Clean Air Asia is an international NGO that leads the global mission for better air quality and healthier, more livable cities in Asia. We reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in 1000+ cities in Asia through science-based policies and programs that cover air quality, transport and industrial emissions and energy use.
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FEATURED PROJECTS
Integrated Programme for Better Air Quality in AsiaThe Integrated Programme for Better Air Quality in Asia (IBAQ Programme) is addressing the growing challenge of air pollution in Asia and is directly contributing to the development of healthier and more livable cities throughout the region. The IBAQ Programme, launched in July 2014 by Clean Air Asia and the Ministry of the Environment of… . . Read More
Cities Clean Air PartnershipClean Air Asia recognizes that cities are on the front lines of the fight against air pollution and climate change, and that managing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions are complex tasks requiring long-term commitment and multi-stakeholder actions at the city level. CCAP aims to provide cities with incentives, direct support, and technical assistance to… . . Read More
Better Transport Data for Sustainable Transport Policies and Investment PlanningThe overall outcome of the project is the improved availability and quality of transport data in the Developing Member Countries of the Asian Development Bank, and thus help guide decisions on transport investments and policies, which are in line with sustainability objectives. The impact will be better informed policies and investment decisions in DMCsin support… . . Read More
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COUNTRY OFFICES
In China, Clean Air Asia is the only international NGO fully dedicated to air quality work and one of the pioneers in city-level air quality management, having established a city network numbering 13 cities in this regard.
Clean Air Asia India is focused on transport, green freight and sustainable mobility work bringing projects such as the walkability study in Indian cities, the Walkability App, National bus fuel efficiency framework, Green trucks toolkit for India and its case study, online freight brokerage platform etc.
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Can Tho Clean Air Action Plan finalizedThe handover of Can Tho city’s Clean Air Action Plan on May 23 marked another step forward in Vietnam’s proactive measures to address air pollution and will help the city to address the air quality challenges being faced elsewhere in Asia. The Clean Air Action Plan – developed under Clean Air Asia’s cooperation agreement with… . . Read More
Asia’s cities the drivers of change in reducing transport emissionsWith transport representing a significant source of Asia’s air pollution, sustainable-mobility and low-emission urban development strategies provide cities with opportunities to reap multiple economic, environmental and societal co-benefits from improved air quality. “Transport is essential in maintaining economic growth and improving societal wellbeing throughout the region,” said Clean Air Asia Environment Researcher Kathleen Dematera, speaking… . . Read More
National emission inventory development in MongoliaWith deteriorating air quality becoming a pressing issue for Mongolia’s government, the necessity to bolster emission inventory (EI) capacity is now a priority. At the first of a series of emission inventory trainings in Ulaanbaatar from March 16-17, Clean Air Asia’s Integrated Programme for Better Air Quality in Asia (IBAQ Programme), in conjunction with the… . . Read More
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BAQ CONFERENCE
Clean Air Asia’s biennial Better Air Quality Conference (BAQ) is the region’s leading international air quality conference. It covers the key sectors of transport, energy, industry and climate change, drawing world-renowned experts from multiple sectors, as well as policymakers, practitioners and industry leaders. BAQ provides a venue for the exchange of the latest air quality development and trends, and for networking, innovation, and experience-sharing. Since the first BAQ in 2002, the conferences have proven to leverage change and influence policies, and facilitate the development of new projects and programs throughout Asia and the establishment of innovative partnerships.
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