Core Viewpoint - Chengdu has launched a comprehensive air pollution prevention campaign for the autumn and winter seasons, focusing on reducing PM10 and NO2 emissions as part of its "14th Five-Year Plan" for air quality improvement [1][2] Group 1: Air Quality Improvement Goals - As of October 28, Chengdu recorded 251 days of good air quality this year, an increase of 15 days year-on-year [1] - The concentrations of major pollutants PM2.5 and PM10 were 28 and 44 micrograms per cubic meter, showing year-on-year decreases of 6.7% and 6.4% respectively; however, NO2 concentration increased by 9.1% to 24 micrograms per cubic meter [1] Group 2: Governance Strategies - The campaign will focus on three main areas: governance thinking, governance methods, and governance structure [1] - Governance thinking emphasizes source prevention, including control of mobile sources, industrial sources, and dust sources [2] - In mobile source control, a phased and regional approach will be taken to limit the use of older vehicles, promoting the use of new energy construction waste transport vehicles and concrete transport vehicles within certain areas [1][2] Group 3: Technological and Community Engagement - The campaign will enhance smart and precise governance by installing power monitoring devices in key industries to prevent illegal emissions [2] - A comprehensive monitoring network will be established using advanced technologies such as satellite remote sensing to trace pollution sources accurately [2] - Community engagement will be deepened by integrating air pollution prevention efforts with the construction of beautiful communities, ensuring accountability at the smallest social units [2]

Core Points - The legislative process of the Ecological Environment Code in China has advanced, with the second draft of the Pollution Prevention and Control section and the Legal Responsibilities and Supplementary Provisions section submitted for review by the National People's Congress Standing Committee on October 24 [1] Group 1: Air Pollution Prevention - The second draft of the Pollution Prevention and Control section focuses on addressing weaknesses in air pollution prevention, enhancing standards for volatile organic compounds, and strengthening regulations on emissions from heavy-duty trucks and ships [1][2] - The draft expands the definition of "organic solvents" to include "raw and auxiliary materials and products containing volatile organic compounds," thereby broadening the scope of regulation [2] Group 2: Water Pollution Prevention - The draft further details regulations on water pollution prevention, including provisions for groundwater condition surveys and stricter standards for wastewater discharge from inland vessels [3] - It emphasizes the need for clear responsibilities among government levels, regulatory bodies, and enterprises, enhancing technical support and standards for effective water pollution control [3] Group 3: Agricultural Non-Point Source Pollution - The draft strengthens regulations on agricultural non-point source pollution, addressing issues related to financial support, management of agricultural inputs, and disposal of agricultural waste [4][5] Group 4: Principle of Proportionality in Penalties - The draft implements the principle of proportionality in penalties, optimizing fine regulations to avoid excessive penalties for minor infractions and vice versa [6][7] Group 5: Combating Fraudulent Practices - The draft imposes strict penalties for fraudulent practices in environmental monitoring, including falsifying data and reports, to ensure data integrity and enhance public trust [8]

Core Points - The Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region held a meeting to advance air pollution prevention efforts for the autumn and winter of 2025, emphasizing the importance of implementing national policies and addressing air quality issues [1][2] Group 1: Air Quality Management - The region has faced significant air quality deterioration due to open burning of sugarcane leaves and fireworks during the Spring Festival, but effective measures have been taken to reverse this trend [1] - The autumn and winter seasons are identified as critical periods for pollution, necessitating a comprehensive approach to air quality management [1][2] Group 2: Action Plans and Strategies - The meeting highlighted the need to focus on the goals outlined in the "Guangxi 2025-2026 Autumn and Winter Air Pollution Prevention Action Plan," emphasizing a multi-faceted approach to pollution control [2] - Key strategies include improving the utilization of sugarcane leaves, enforcing regulations on fireworks, optimizing industrial and energy structures, and enhancing dust and cooking fume management [2] - The importance of early warning and coordinated responses to pollution events was stressed, along with the need to address heavy metal safety and livestock pollution [2]

Core Points - The Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region held a meeting to advance air pollution prevention efforts for the autumn and winter of 2025, emphasizing the importance of implementing national policies and addressing air quality issues [1][2] - The region's air quality has significantly declined due to factors such as open burning of sugarcane leaves and fireworks during the Spring Festival, prompting a comprehensive response to reverse this trend [1][2] Group 1 - The meeting highlighted the need for a coordinated approach to tackle air pollution, balancing development and environmental protection while addressing structural and long-term issues [1][2] - Specific strategies include improving the utilization of sugarcane leaves, enforcing regulations on fireworks, and optimizing industrial, energy, and transportation structures to reduce emissions [2] - The region aims to enhance air quality management capabilities and achieve sustainable improvements in air quality [1][2] Group 2 - The action plan for 2025-2026 focuses on key areas such as the comprehensive utilization of agricultural waste, strict regulation of fireworks, and the promotion of clean energy [2] - Measures will be taken to control dust and cooking fumes, ensuring that urban life is maintained while protecting air quality [2] - The meeting also addressed the need for effective responses to pollution events, emphasizing early warning and coordinated actions to mitigate air quality deterioration [2][3]

Core Insights - The article discusses the recent increase in PM2.5 pollution in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region and surrounding areas, highlighting the worsening air quality and the actions taken by local authorities to address the situation [1][2] Group 1: Pollution Causes - The primary reasons for the recent PM2.5 pollution include high regional emissions, with over 40% of PM2.5 consisting of nitrates, indicating significant contributions from industrial and diesel vehicle emissions [1] - Meteorological conditions such as stagnant air, high humidity, and temperature inversions have exacerbated the pollution levels, leading to a pattern of accumulation, brief relief, and intensification [1] - Local emissions combined with regional pollution have caused a rapid increase in PM2.5 concentrations in Beijing [1] Group 2: Response Measures - Cities in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region have activated heavy pollution weather alerts based on air quality forecasts, implementing differentiated control measures [2] - As of the 28th, 17 cities in the region have legally initiated pollution alerts [2] - The China Environmental Monitoring Station predicts that air quality will improve in northern cities due to weak cold air from the northeast, while central and southern Hebei and northern Henan may still experience short-term moderate to heavy pollution [2]

Core Points - The meeting held on October 23 focused on the mobilization and deployment of air pollution prevention efforts in Changsha, Hunan Province, emphasizing the comprehensive utilization and precise control of straw burning [1] - Since October 15, the province has officially entered a special period for air pollution prevention, with Changsha aiming to reduce PM2.5 concentrations and minimize heavy pollution days [1] Group 1 - The main goal during the special period is to strengthen governance in areas such as diesel truck emissions, open straw burning, restaurant oil smoke, dust, industrial enterprises related to air pollution, and fireworks [1][2] - The city aims to maximize the reduction of pollutant emissions, focusing on "reducing concentration, ensuring good quality, and preventing severe pollution" [1][2] Group 2 - Vice Mayor Zheng Ping emphasized the need for a determined approach to tackle the severe air pollution situation, likening it to a "fight to the death" [2] - Key measures include strict control of diesel truck emissions, a complete ban on open straw burning, stringent management of fireworks, comprehensive rectification of restaurant oil smoke emissions, systematic governance of dust issues, and deepening emission reduction measures for industrial enterprises [2][3] - The city will ensure effective implementation of these measures through a strong sense of responsibility, enhanced supervision, and solid capability support [2][3]

Core Viewpoint - The legislative process of the Ecological Environment Code has advanced, with the second draft of the pollution prevention section and legal responsibilities being submitted for review by the National People's Congress Standing Committee, addressing key social concerns and enhancing environmental protection measures [1]. Group 1: Air Pollution Prevention - The draft emphasizes addressing shortcomings in air pollution prevention, including stricter standards for volatile organic compounds and enhanced regulation of emissions from heavy-duty trucks and ships [2][3]. - The draft expands the definition of "organic solvents" to include "raw and auxiliary materials and products containing volatile organic compounds," thereby broadening the scope of regulation [3]. - It also strengthens the oversight of emissions from mobile sources, such as vehicles and ships, reflecting the changing landscape of air pollution sources [4]. Group 2: Water Pollution Prevention - The draft includes more detailed regulations for water pollution prevention, such as conducting assessments of groundwater conditions and enhancing pollution control for ships entering inland rivers [5][6]. - It establishes management requirements for groundwater pollution prevention and sets higher standards for wastewater discharge from inland vessels [6]. Group 3: Agricultural Non-Point Source Pollution - The draft strengthens regulations on agricultural non-point source pollution, focusing on financial support, management of agricultural inputs, and disposal of agricultural waste [7][8]. - This reflects a shift in focus from point source pollution, which has seen significant improvements, to addressing the rising share of non-point source pollution in overall pollution levels [8]. Group 4: Principle of Proportionality in Penalties - The draft reinforces the principle of proportionality in penalties, optimizing fine regulations to avoid excessive penalties for minor infractions and insufficient penalties for serious violations [9][10]. - This adjustment aims to provide a more balanced approach to environmental enforcement, addressing concerns raised during the initial review of the Ecological Environment Code [10][11]. Group 5: Combating Fraudulent Practices - The draft imposes strict penalties for fraudulent practices in vehicle and ship emissions testing, as well as for falsifying monitoring data [12][13]. - It emphasizes the importance of accurate environmental monitoring data to ensure effective policy implementation and risk management [13].

Core Viewpoint - The legislative process of the Ecological Environment Code has advanced, with the second draft of the pollution prevention section and legal responsibilities being submitted for review, reflecting a systematic response to current environmental challenges and public concerns [1]. Group 1: Air Pollution Prevention - The draft emphasizes addressing shortcomings in air pollution prevention, including enhancing standards for volatile organic compounds and regulating emissions from heavy-duty trucks and ships [2][3]. - The draft expands the definition of "organic solvents" to include "raw and auxiliary materials and products containing volatile organic compounds," thereby broadening the scope of regulation [2]. - It aims to improve regulatory effectiveness for mobile sources of air pollution, which have become significant contributors to air quality issues [3]. Group 2: Water Pollution Prevention - The draft includes more detailed regulations for water pollution prevention, such as conducting groundwater condition assessments and enhancing pollution control for inland vessels [4]. - It establishes management requirements for groundwater pollution prevention, including risk control and environmental access [4]. - The draft sets higher standards for wastewater discharge from inland vessels and emphasizes the construction of pollution reception facilities at ports and shipyards [4]. Group 3: Agricultural Non-Point Source Pollution - The draft strengthens regulations on agricultural non-point source pollution, addressing issues related to financial support, agricultural input management, and waste disposal [6]. - It reflects a shift in focus from point source pollution, which has seen significant improvements, to the rising challenges posed by non-point source pollution [6]. Group 4: Legal Responsibility and Penalties - The draft reinforces the principle of proportionality in penalties, aiming to avoid excessive fines for minor infractions while ensuring accountability for serious violations [7]. - It introduces provisions for adjusting penalties based on the severity of the environmental offense, addressing concerns about inconsistent enforcement [7]. Group 5: Combating Fraudulent Practices - The draft imposes strict penalties for fraudulent activities related to vehicle and ship emissions testing, as well as for falsifying monitoring data [8]. - It emphasizes the importance of accurate environmental data to inform policy-making and enforcement, thereby enhancing public trust and market fairness [8]. - The regulations aim to increase the cost of violations, thereby deterring fraudulent behavior and improving the effectiveness of environmental governance [8].

2025.10. 24 本文字数：2211，阅读时长大约4分钟 在亚洲清洁空气中心今天（10月24日）在北京举办的"持续改善空气质量：标准引领健康驱动"2025 中国蓝天观察论坛上，中国工程院院士、清华大学碳中和研究院院长贺克斌提出，随着空气质量持续 改善，标准也需要升级，以实现更大健康效益与空气质量持续改善。 城市作为政策落地的前沿阵地，能够结合自身产业结构、污染特征和发展定位，不断探索创新政策设 计、管理机制和治理模式。区域协作则是应对跨省（市）污染传输、实现整体改善的重要途径。 亚洲清洁空气中心今天发布的年度报告《大气中国2025|中国大气污染防治最佳实践》称，从大气污 染防治行动及其成效看，自2013年实施清洁空气行动以来，中国不仅在整体上持续稳步提升空气质 量，推动全国PM2.5浓度水平大幅下降，还在重点区域及部分城市实现了空气质量的历史性改善。 该年度报告精选汇编了一批典型实践案例，包括京津冀及周边地区大气污染联防联控、上海市工业源 VOCs精细化治理和重型柴油车排放智慧监管、成都市近零碳施工工地试点等，展现了地方在政策落 地、管理创新、科技赋能、产业转型等方面的探索。 年度报告介绍，在城市层面， ...

Core Insights - The 2025 China Blue Sky Observation Forum was successfully held in Beijing, focusing on improving air quality through standard revisions and health-driven actions [1] - The forum highlighted the importance of sharing advanced experiences and future pathways for air quality improvement, especially as China enters a new phase of air pollution prevention during the 14th Five-Year Plan [1] Air Quality Standards and Policy - The forum released three significant reports aimed at advancing air quality improvement, including studies on environmental air quality standards and health effects of air quality improvements [4] - The current air quality standards, established in 2012 and implemented in 2016, are set to be revised, with a focus on stricter limits and phased regional compliance [4][5] - Recommendations include establishing a new air quality standard limit of 25μg/m³ for PM2.5, which could enhance health benefits and guide future actions [5] Health Impact Assessments - Research indicates a structural shift in health risks associated with air pollution, with acute risks becoming more prominent due to extreme pollution events [10][11] - The health benefits of air quality improvements are not evenly distributed across regions, necessitating targeted strategies for vulnerable populations [11][13] Local Governance and Best Practices - Local governments play a crucial role in implementing air quality standards and innovative practices, with examples from cities like Beijing, Chengdu, and Shanghai showcasing effective pollution control measures [15][17][22] - The forum emphasized the need for regional collaboration and innovative governance mechanisms to address complex air pollution challenges [24]