UN: Air pollution threatens Beijing Olympics
According to a UN report, the situation of air pollution in Beijing will not be significantly improved before the 2008 Olympics, even in some places, pollution is higher than 3. times allowed.
According to a UN report, the situation of air pollution in Beijing will not be significantly improved before the 2008 Olympics, even in some places, pollution is higher than 3. times allowed.
International Olympic Committee President Jacques Rogge said many outdoor sporting events may be postponed or transferred to other locations if the situation is too bad.
Beijing's capital is often covered by a layer of mist containing toxic substances (Photo: smh.com.au)
The 163-page report, published by the UN Environment Program, aims to review Beijing's environmental commitments related to the Olympics that will take place next year.
According to the report, from 2000-2006, Chinese authorities reduced the concentration of some pollutants such as sulfur dioxide and carbon monoxide . However, this declining trend has slowed in 2006 when the levels of four major pollutants increased or not decreased.
The report also warned of the concentration of pollution from construction sites, coal-powered locomotives and dust storms.
UNEP spokesman Eric Falt said Olympic organizers, athletes, spectators and Beijing citizens have the right to worry about the issue.
This report contrasts with the statement of Beijing Olympic Organizing Committee officials that air quality will not be a big problem. Earlier, in August, Beijing environmental protection chief Du Shaozhong also affirmed: "I guarantee we can ensure good air quality during the Olympics."
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