Special Feature : Air Pollution Control Technologies

Automobiles are a major source of air pollution in urban areas. This article explores technical and non-technical ways to control this pollution. It examines regulation of vehicular emission in relation to fuel characteristics, impact on air quality and standards enforcement in various Asian nations. In addition to the various technical and non-technical ways, vehicular pollution can also be mitigated by the development of an efficient public transport system. The article discusses the cases of two modes of public transport systems - Rapid Bus Transit and Metro rail - in Delhi, India. While growth in the number of vehicles cannot be contained, the right means can ensure that the air we breathe does not damage our health.