India is facing an environmental crisis from anthropogenic pollution. While India has adopted policies (such as the National Clean Air Action Programme) to mitigate air pollution, the lack of scientific evidence is hindering the implementation and effectiveness of these policies. CSTEP established the Centre for Air Pollution Studies (CAPS) envisioning a combination of science-based knowledge, techno-economic assessment of mitigation options, as well as policy assessment and advocacy on various aspects of air pollution to reduce its impact on human health and the environment. The Centre will build capacity to provide the necessary scientific evidence for informed policymaking. This includes building emission inventories, conducting source-apportionment exercises, assessing health impacts, performing techno-economic assessments, and assessing mitigation options to inform policy.
