This chapter examines China's initiatives to combat noise pollution, focusing on the implementation of standards in urban spaces like transportation hubs. It discusses the progress made under the national government's five-year plan, highlighting compliance rates and regional differences in noise complaints. Personal anecdotes and comparisons to global noise issues provide context for the importance of effective regulations on residential noise levels.
From construction to traffic sounds, noise pollution affects our health in more ways than you think! Let's find out how China is turning down the volume and turning up the quality of life. On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Li Yi