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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
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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SPOTLIGHT
Launch of new Clean Air Asia strategy accelerates action on air and climateMarking the inaugural United Nations’ International Day of Clean Air for blue skies, we are today launching our new strategy that will shape our work in the coming decade and address both current air quality and climate challenges and sustainable development priorities in the post-COVID-19 era. The release of our new strategy comes in the… . . Read More
New City Solutions Toolkit scales up action for better air quality across AsiaThe launch today of our new City Solutions Toolkit is another step forward in enabling city administrations and local government units to improve air quality in Asia’s cities. Supporting the implementation of our landmark Guidance Framework for Better Air Quality in Asian Cities, the City Solutions Toolkit provides step-by-step guidance on the key elements… . . Read More
The need for commitment and unity emphasized at the launch of the 10th BAQ Conference in KuchingClean Air Asia’s 10th Better Air Quality Conference – Asia’s largest air quality event – kicked off in Kuching, Malaysia, on Wednesday, November 14, with a timely reminder of the need for countries throughout the region to work together to address the critical issue of air pollution. The BAQ conference, running from November 14-16 and… . . 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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Clean Fuels And Vehicles
By 2035, there will be more than one billion vehicles in Asia, with an accompanying 400 percent rise in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The gains that have been made in curbing air pollution will be offset by the increase in vehicle numbers. To address this issue, there is a need for tighter vehicle-emission, and fuel-quality standards for all vehicles in tandem with improved fuel-economy standards, policies and programs.
Clean Air Asia’s Clean Fuels and Vehicles Program is supporting countries in the development, strengthening and implementation of fuel-quality, vehicle-emission, and fuel-economy standards. It has created venues – such as the ASEAN Forum for Clean Fuels and Vehicles – that bring together governments, the private sector, development agencies, investors and civil society to advance policies at the regional level.
The Clean Fuels and Vehicles Program has three work streams:
Facilitating the adoption of tighter vehicle-emission and fuel standards in Asian countries: Clean Air Asia is working with national governments, industry and other stakeholders on the introduction of tighter standards with the aim of harmonizing standards throughout Asia.
Strengthening policy frameworks for the effective management of in-use vehicles: Clean Air Asia is working with governments to improve vehicle inspection and maintenance systems, restrict imports and sales of polluting second-hand vehicles and engines, and phase out polluting vehicles.
Introducing clean fleet management programs for public and private fleet operators: Clean Air Asia is developing tailored toolkits for bus and truck fleets, developing clean fleet management programs for bus, truck, corporate, government and other fleets, and building partner networks through which the programs can be rolled out.
Contact Persons:
Kathleen Kathleen Dematera, Transport Program Coordinator: [email protected]
Glynda Bathan, Deputy Executive Director: [email protected]
Donors:
Blacksmith Institute
FIA Foundation
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
Maschinenbau Haldenwang GmbH & Co KG (MAHA)
Shakti Foundation
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Philippine Business for Environment
World Bank