Four Years After Declaring War on Pollution, China Is Winning

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/12/upshot/china-pollution-environment-longer-lives.html
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Four Years After Declaring War on Pollution, China Is Winning

This article discusses the positive correlation between reductions in pollution and increased life expectancy in China. It cites a study which found that a decrease in particulate matter (PM) pollution by just 10 micrograms per cubic meter led to an increase in life expectancy by about 0.6 years. The article highlights China's efforts to tackle pollution, including the implementation of stricter emission standards and the reduction of coal consumption. It also mentions the challenges the country faces, such as the high concentration of pollution in certain regions and the need for continued efforts to sustain the improvements. Overall, the article provides evidence of the positive impact of pollution reduction on public health in China.

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This article discusses the positive correlation between reductions in pollution and increased life expectancy in China. It cites a study which found that a decrease in particulate matter (PM) pollution by just 10 micrograms per cubic meter led to an increase in life expectancy by about 0.6 years. The article highlights China's efforts to tackle pollution, including the implementation of stricter emission standards and the reduction of coal consumption. It also mentions the challenges the country faces, such as the high concentration of pollution in certain regions and the need for continued efforts to sustain the improvements. Overall, the article provides evidence of the positive impact of pollution reduction on public health in China.

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