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"It doesn't matter whether it sells well or not, and I would rather spend money on the research and collection of fresh air to arouse the public's awareness of environmental protection."

CHEN GUANGBIAO, Chinese entrepreneur and philanthropist, said he would sell canned fresh air starting Monday to arouse public awareness for protecting the environment. The air is compressed into small metal containers the size of a soft-drink can, and consumers can inhale it by pulling the ring off, putting the can close to their noses, and breathing, Chen said.