How we create change

We address the main drivers of air pollution and climate change.

  • Dust
  • Energy
  • Solid waste
  • Agriculture
  • Industry and transport
  • Household energy
  • Biomass burning

We are guided by our strategic imperatives — the key directions that focus our efforts.

  • Youth
  • Cooperation
  • Trans-disciplinarity
  • Policy and knowledge
  • Digital transformation

We aim for lasting impacts that improve health, strengthen communities, protect the environment, and support sustainable economies.

  • Economic
  • Social
  • Health
  • Environment

We act through impact initiatives in air quality and climate change science, sustainable transport, and clean energy.

Air quality and climate change science
Sustainable transport
Sustainable cities
Clean energy

These are supported by these three pillars:

Informing action by providing data and evidence to guide decisions

Strengthening institutions by helping governments and partners work effectively

Policy guidance by advising on policies for long-term change

Clean Air Asia Programs

We lead the regional mission for improved air quality and climate change mitigation in Asian cities through different programs.

Air Quality and Climate Change Program

  • Ambient AQ and Emission Standards
  • Emission Inventories and AQ Modeling
  • Air Quality Communication
  • Clean Air Action Plans
  • Stationary Sources

Sustainable Transport Program

  • Clean Fuels and Vehicles
  • Green Freight and Logistics
  • Low Emissions Urban Development

Guidance Framework for Better Air Quality in Asian Cities

Guidance Framework concentric rings

Capacity building for air quality management and climate change mitigation

Knowledge base

  • Level of pollution
  • Sources of pollution
  • Impacts

Solutions

  • National policies and frameworks
  • Local programs and measures
  • Individual and community-level actions

Institutionalized through integrated Clean Air and Climate Change Action Plans