Smog in Pictures at Beijing's Landmarks

Jianwai SOHO, Beijing. The PM2.5 concentration level in Beijing reached 346 ug/m3, and WHO daily safety limit is 25µg/m3. In October alone, Beijing has seen 3 air pollution episodes that reached the levels of 'Hazardous'. Greenpeace urges the Chinese government to accelerate its efforts in reducing air pollution, including phasing out dated industrial facilities and capping coal use. The environmental group also reminds people affected by smog to use proper personal protection.

Unique identifier: GP0STOO4L

Type: Image

Shoot date: 24/10/2014

Locations: Beijing, China, East Asia

Credit line: © Zhang Tao / Greenpeace

Ranking: ★★★★ (E)

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Framing the Smog at Beijing's Landmarks

The PM2.5 concentration level on 24 October in Beijing exceeds well over 300 ug/m3, and WHO daily safety limit is 25µg/m3. In October alone, Beijing has seen 3 air pollution episodes that reached the levels of 'Hazardous'. Greenpeace urges the Chinese government to accelerate its efforts in reducing air pollution, including phasing out dated industrial facilities and capping coal use. The environmental group also reminds people affected by smog to use proper personal protection.

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