Abstract
The Imperial Government's approach to the control of air pollution in Iran is explained. The role of the Department of the Environment under the authority of the National Clean Air Regulations including control and abatement policies and programs implemented by the Department are described. The Department's approach of containment at the source using best practicable technology is also discussed. Programs include the establishment of a national air pollution surveillance network, promulgation of national industrial emission standards, control of mobile air pollution sources, and the establishment of ambient air quality standards.