In 2015, Beijing authorities launched the blue sky campaign for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting. Some industrial sites were shut-down temporarily, vehicles from other provinces were not allowed to go entered the city, and migrant labor was sent to holidays.
Climate factors and meteorological conditions during winter season, lead Beijing to a rise on particulate matter (PM 2.5.). The incidence of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases are higher during this time of the year.
Coal is still the main source of energy in China. Beijing and its surrounding region depends heavily on coal burning.
The use of a mask to protect from air pollution has become popular among Beijing residents. However, there is still few knowledge about the types and effectiveness.
Hot water is a popular remedy in polluted days.
Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics inaugurated a new era of air pollution governance in Beijing.
Air purifiers have become a must electric appliance in Beijing apartments. Families with small kids are among the new buyers.
Before having monitoring stations, Beijing residents blame dust storms for bad quality air.
The incidence of asthma and cardio-respiratory diseases in migrant workers is very high, especially in construction sites and roads.
