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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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BAQ2018 Conference statementToday marks the conclusion of our 10th Better Air Quality Conference. The theme of this year’s gathering, “Regional Action, Global Impact”, highlights innovation and progressive air quality solutions that will help shape more sustainable future development in Asia and beyond. With the increasingly grim climate change scenarios we now face, it is critical that we… . . Read More
The Beijing Municipal Environmental Protection Bureau and its staff win the 2018 Kong Ha AwardIn recognition of the efforts and impact of two decades of progressive air pollution control measures in China’s capital, the Beijing Municipal Environmental Protection Bureau and its staff are the recipients of the 2018 Kong Ha Award for Excellence in Air Quality Management. The Kong Ha Award for Excellence in Air Quality Management was launched… . . 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 Air Asia India
| Clean Air Asia has been working in India since 2008, and throughout the years our work has focused on green freight and sustainable mobility, walkability studies in Indian cities, and the development of a Walkability app, a National Bus Fuel Efficiency Framework, a Green Trucks Toolkit and case study, and an online freight brokerage platform.
Our current work in India involves engaging with Indian cities for better air quality management, and involves providing scientific input to city governments for better air quality, sustainable transport/mobility programs and education/communication for cleaner air. We are working with more than 30 cities in India to assess management capacity in preparation for the development of clean air action plans. We are also supporting capacity building activities for air quality management. We facilitated the Clean Air Knowledge Network (CAKN), (http://www.allaboutair.in), a forum that connects air quality experts and practitioners from across India and city officials which is aimed at promoting knowledge-sharing across cities and issues and sharing best practices. And we have developed the VAYU (Value Air You Use) app that tracks air quality in 38 cities throughout India and allows users to take a pledge and set milestones. A major component of our work in India is education for better air quality. Train for Clean Air: Clean Air for Kids is a bilingual (English and Hindi) program for schoolchildren aged from 12-14 that engages with children to teach them about air quality issues, and that involves interactive classroom and citizen science activities. We are also engaging youth in the development of technological solutions and innovative ideas to improve air quality. Our Youth Clean Air Network (YCan; http://www.youthforcleanair.com), operating in multiple cities in India, is a voluntary program in which youth between the age of 13-35 years are able to work together on air quality projects, campaigns, surveys, and solutions. Clean Air Asia India Office: Staff: Prarthana Borah, India Director: [email protected] Ruchi Tomar, Environment Researcher: [email protected] Prerna Sharma, Education and Outreach Coordinator: [email protected] Saloni Sharma, Project Assistant (Air Quality): [email protected] Geeta Choudhary, Finance and Administration Officer: [email protected] |