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international emission standards for all imported vehicles were
introduced on 1 January 1992. Control is continually being
tightened under Che Air Pollution Control Ordinance and air
quality problems due to vehicle emission and construction dust
are being examined.
Noise Pollution Control
Controls are continually being tightened, especially
on noisy construction equipment, under the Noise Control
Ordinance. Since 1986 over 100 schools severely affected by road
traffic and aircraft noise have been provided with noise
insulation and air conditioning. The Quiet Road Surface Programme
is also continuing to lessen the impact of traffic noise on
thousands of residents living close to high speed trunk roads.
Over 300,000 people will benefit from a much quieter environment
when Kai Tak airport is closed.
Environmental Assessment and Monitoring
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Environmental
Auditing are conducted for all major development projects,
including those under the Airport Core Programme, and legislation
to make EIAS statutory is proposed. The overall environmental
impact of major projects in the West Kowloon area is monitored
by an Environmental Project office.
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