Chinese megacities like Beijing have experienced a significant decrease in air pollution, with levels falling 42% from a high in 2013. This has increased the lifespan of Chinese urbanites by 2.2 years, according to a report by the University of Chicago. The Chinese government’s efforts to reduce pollution include reducing heavy industry in city centers, restricting coal power plants, and implementing measures such as limiting the number of cars on the roads during peak hours. The decline in China’s pollution levels has also contributed to lowering the global average. However, air quality in other Asian countries, particularly South Asia, is worsening.
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