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  • CHINA. Beijing. A young boy looks out of a car window in the shopping district of Xinjiekou . 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A young boy looks out of a car window in the shopping district of Xinjiekou . 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car bonnet adorned with fake animal footprints. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing.  A car in a parking lot.  2008.
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car drives through a hutong (traditional home) in the central Qianmen district that has been earmrked to be destroyed to make may for new developments aimed at modernising the city for the 2008 Summer Olympics. 2005
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car bonnet adorned with fake animal footprints. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. Cars sit in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • SPAIN. Cadiz. Streetscene. 2006
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  • SPAIN. Cadiz. Streetscene. 2006
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  • North Korea. 2009
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  • CHINA. Hubei Province. Wuhan. A couple near to the Yangtze River. Wuhan (population 4.3 million) is a sprawling city that sits on both sides of the Yangtze River. Its trade has been inextricably linked with the Yangtze river for centuries. The Yangtze River is reported to be at its lowest level in 150 years as a result of a country-wide drought. It is China’s longest river and the third longest in the world. Originating in Tibet, the river flows for 3,964 miles (6,380km) through central China into the East China Sea at Shanghai.  2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A young man peers through a fence, trying to catch a glimpse of the new Olympic park. In recent years construction has boomed in Beijing as a result of the country’s widespread economic growth and the awarding of the 2008 Summer Olympics to the city. For Beijing’s residents however, it seems as their city is continually under construction with old neighborhoods regularly being razed and new apartments, office blocks and sports venues appearing in their place. A new Beijing has been promised to the people to act as a showcase to the world for the ‘new’ China. Beijing’s residents have been waiting for this promised change for years and are still waiting, asking the question “Where’s the new Beijing?!”. 2008
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  • CHINA. Shanghai. A model  in the Shanghai Urban Planning Building. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country’s showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008
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  • CHINA. Shanghai. A model in the Shanghai Urban Planning Building. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country’s showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008
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  • CHINA. Shanghai. Tourists near the Bund. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country’s showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. Scene from Beijing West Train Station. 2007.
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  • CHINA. Hubei Province. Wuhan. A couple near to the Yangtze River. Wuhan (population 4.3 million) is a sprawling city that sits on both sides of the Yangtze River. Its trade has been inextricably linked with the Yangtze river for centuries. The Yangtze River is reported to be at its lowest level in 150 years as a result of a country-wide drought. It is China's longest river and the third longest in the world. Originating in Tibet, the river flows for 3,964 miles (6,380km) through central China into the East China Sea at Shanghai.  2008.
    Wuhan-China-08-22-020.JPG
  • CHINA. Shanghai. A model in the Shanghai Urban Planning Building. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country's showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008.
    Shanghai-China-08-16-090.JPG
  • CHINA. Shanghai. A model  in the Shanghai Urban Planning Building. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country's showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008.
    Shanghai-China-08-16-088.JPG
  • CHINA. Beijing. A young man peers through a fence, trying to catch a glimpse of the new Olympic park. In recent years construction has boomed in Beijing as a result of the country's widespread economic growth and the awarding of the 2008 Summer Olympics to the city. For Beijing's residents however, it seems as their city is continually under construction with old neighborhoods regularly being razed and new apartments, office blocks and sports venues appearing in their place. A new Beijing has been promised to the people to act as a showcase to the world for the 'new' China. Beijing's residents have been waiting for this promised change for years and are still waiting, asking the question "Where's the new Beijing?!". 2008.
    08-21-046.JPG
  • SPAIN. Cadiz. Streetscene. 2006
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A young boy looking out of a small van. 2008
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  • North Korea. 2009
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  • North Korea. 2009
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  • On the shores of Qinghai Lake. Qinghai Lake, China's largest inland body of water lies at over 3000m on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau. The lake has been shrinking in recent decades, as a result of increased water-usage for local agriculture. Qinghai Province. China. 2010
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  • CHINA. Shanghai. Tourists near the Bund. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country's showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008.
    Shanghai-China-08-16-072.JPG
  • CHINA. Shanghai. A woman repairing clothes in the street. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country's showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008.
    Shanghai-China-08-16-042.JPG
  • CHINA. Beijing. A young boy looking out of a small van. 2008
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  • CHINA. Shanghai. A woman repairing clothes in the street. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country’s showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A taxi on the Wangfujing shopping street in central Beijing. 2006.
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  • CHINA. Shanghai. Cars driving past a construction site. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country’s showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008
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  • CHINA. Shanghai. Cars driving past a construction site. Shanghai is a sprawling metropolis or 15 million people situated in south-east China. It is regarded as the country's showcase in development and modernity in modern China. This rapid development and modernization, never seen before on such a scale has however spawned countless environmental and social problems. 2008.
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  • CHINA. Hubei Province. Wuhan. A view of Wuhan from The Yellow Crane Tower which looks over the Yangtze and the city of Wuhan.Wuhan (population 4.3 million) is a sprawling city that sits on both sides of the Yangtze River.  2008.
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  • An advertisement in a shopping centre outside of the Tesla showroom in Beijing, a US-based electric car manufacturer that is making inroads into the Chinese car market. 21st May, 2016
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  • Inside the Tesla showroom in Beijing, a US-based electric car manufacturer that is making inroads into the Chinese car market. 21st May, 2016
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  • Inside the Tesla showroom in Beijing, a US-based electric car manufacturer that is making inroads into the Chinese car market. 21st May, 2016
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  • Inside the Tesla showroom in Beijing, a US-based electric car manufacturer that is making inroads into the Chinese car market. 21st May, 2016
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  • Inside the Tesla showroom in Beijing, a US-based electric car manufacturer that is making inroads into the Chinese car market. 21st May, 2016
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  • CHINA. Beijing. A car sits in a parking lot, covered in dust, sand and fine particulate matter as a result of prolonged exposure to Beijing’s air. In 2005, Beijing was dubbed the world’s most polluted capital for the quality of it’s air. Poor air quality has been cause by increased construction and development linked to China’s recent rapid growth.  Daily levels of chemicals and fine particulate matter in Beijing’s air are on average twice that of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommended safe levels. In May 2008, on one day alone, levels peaked at nearly 10 times the WHO’s recommended levels. Causing major health problems to regular citizens, Beijing’s air quality is one of he most serious health issues in China today. 2008
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  • A man looks out of a car in a town on the Tibetan Plateau, in western China.
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