China is closing 10% of Beijing's petrol stations to improve air quality ahead of the Olympics in August.By the end of May, 144 will shut because they are not expected to meet higher environmental standards, according to state media.
Showing posts with label Traffic. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Traffic. Show all posts
Sunday, 17 February 2008
Wednesday, 13 February 2008
Has the congestion charge been effective in reducing London's traffic?
Ken Livingstone yesterday announced the most wide-ranging shake-up of the London congestion charge in its controversial history. The capital's Mayor is proposing that the daily fee, which next week marks its fifth anniversary, would more than triple to £25 for gas-guzzling vehicles. Meanwhile, the levy could be scrapped altogether for the most environment-friendly vehicles.
Link to The Big Question: Has the congestion charge been effective in reducing London's traffic? - Home News, UK - Independent.co.uk
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