Almaty Drivers Offered Free Emissions Checks Without Penalties

The state environmental organization said it will hold a special one-day campaign in which drivers can check their cars for emissions for free and without penalties, Orda.kz reports.

The state environmental organization, which works to improve the situation with air quality, said it would hold a special one-day campaign.

The event, called “Check Your Car for Emissions,” is scheduled for April 6–7. According to the press service of the Almaty akimat, the campaign is aimed at reducing air pollution and increasing the environmental responsibility of drivers.

Specialists will measure the level of carbon monoxide (CO) and the smoke level of exhaust gases. The inspection is carried out free of charge, without administrative measures, in a short time using a mobile environmental laboratory.  the statement said.

Original author: Daria Malkova

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