For more than ten years, China has suffered serious air pollution, mainly produced by coal burning and exhaust emissions. Initially, air pollution occurred in northern areas, including Beijing. Not too soon, the polluted air spread over the whole country. Frequently, hundreds of millions of Chinese have to live in the worst air in the world. Since 2008, it has become a … [Read more...] about Air Pollution in China During Lunar New Year Holidays
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Massive Fireworks Exacerbated Air Pollution across China in Lunar New Year’s Eve
With more than 2,000 years of history, fireworks and firecrackers are commonly used in China to celebrate festivals, weddings, and other ceremonies. Hardly any festive occasion goes by without flaming fireworks or exploding firecrackers. Since the millennium, fireworks have also gained skyrocketing popularity in Western countries for celebrating festivals such as Halloween, … [Read more...] about Massive Fireworks Exacerbated Air Pollution across China in Lunar New Year’s Eve