Clean Air Initiative for Asian Cities

Half-a-million people a year die prematurely in Asia because of air pollution, while climate change threatens the well-being of all people. Transport, industry and biomass burning produce air pollutants and greenhouse gases (GHG). Particulate matter and ozone also contribute to climate change. It is vital to address air pollution and climate change together through integrated policies and projects. The mission of the Clean Air Initiative for Asian Cities (CAI-Asia) is to promote better air quality and livable cities by translating knowledge to policies and actions that reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from transport, energy and other sectors. It was established in 2001 by ADB, the World Bank and USAID as part of a global initiative that also includes Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa.