Hanoi implements strict measures to combat air pollution

Hanoi authorities are implementing strict measures to combat rising air pollution as the region enters the dry, windless winter season. The city's People's Committee has directed departments to control key emission sources, specifically targeting construction dust, debris from trucks, and spontaneous waste burning.

By October 2026, all major construction projects must install dust monitoring systems using sensors, cameras, or AI. Additionally, large-scale developments are required to maintain fences at least 3 meters high with 40cm base walls by mid-November 2026. To prevent road contamination, trucks entering sites must be checked for leaks and have their wheels and undercarriages washed.

Local authorities are also cracking down on the burning of agricultural byproducts and trash. Communes and wards have been tasked with mapping frequent burning areas and deploying personnel to intercept these activities. To support this, the city will provide more collection points for leaves, straw, and bulky waste. Citizens are encouraged to report violations through the iHanoi application.