Harsher measures will target smog
By Zheng Jinran | China Daily | Updated: 2017-03-10 08:02
Curbs to include more efforts to reduce coal for heat
Curbing winter smog in the north has become a priority and challenge for air quality improvement, leading to harsh measures this year, the environmental minister said on Thursday.
Measures will include more efforts to reduce coal consumption for heating, stricter laws and regulations on environmental protection, and more inspections to deter polluters and push governments to fulfill their duties in reducing pollution.
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