Air pollution

On 7 September, the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) holds the International Day of Clean Air for blue skies. This year, the ‘theme of ‘Racing for Air’ emphasises the need to accelerate solutions and collective action to deliver clean air for all.

From data to impact: How evidence is driving the global race for clean air

China energy and emissions trends: August 2025 snapshot

India monthly ambient air quality snapshot: July 2025

Why is China’s air pollution shifting west?

China energy and emissions trends: July 2025 snapshot

Mid-year air quality assessment for India: January to June 2025

China energy and emissions trends: June 2025 snapshot

From scientific evidence to excuses: NEERI and NIAS reports undercut FGD policy with contradictions

India monthly ambient air quality snapshot: May 2025

China energy and emissions trends: May 2025 snapshot

Analysis: Clean energy just put China’s CO2 emissions into reverse for first time

India monthly ambient air quality snapshot: April 2025

U.S. embassy AQ data halt: Ramped up government monitoring could save hundreds of millions of dollars  per city

Why China should get tougher on smog