Health damages from air pollution in China

► Air pollution in China has created a substantial burden to its economy. ► Pollution-caused welfare damage increased from US$22 billion in 1975 to US$112 billion in 2005. ► Its relative magnitude declined from 14% of the historical level in 1975 to 5% in 2005. ► 29% of the 2005 pollution cost falls into the broader economic losses category.