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Air Quality in Hong Kong By Ashley Chut

What is the air quality like? On some occasions there are blue skies and it is clear, but most days the sky is smoggy and grey. A smoggy day A clear day

What is air pollution? Air pollution is particles that are released into the air from burning fuel into energy. It comes out as black smoke.

There are 2 Major Air Pollution Issues Mainly made by: Motor Vehicles And Power plants in Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta Region in China

Can it harm us? Long term effects: Short term effects: Lung cancer Heart disease Damage to the: Brain Nerves Liver Kidneys Short term effects: Irritation in the Eyes Nose Throat Creates: Headaches Nausea Allergic Reactions

How many emissions are we putting into the atmosphere? Non- combustion Other Fuel combustion Civil Aviation Navigation Road Transport Public Electricity Generation

Improve it! At home: For drivers: Open windows instead using air conditioners. Change your lights to fluorescent light bulbs. For drivers: Car pool with friends instead of driving individually. Get an environment friendly car – saves you the fuel cost!

What Can You Do To Help The Air Quality? Taxi’s Help Most taxi’s are now using liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) They are a much more cleaner option than the diesel taxis. So, What Can You Do To Help The Air Quality?