Unwelcome waste: Getting tough on energy

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June 2008

China is getting serious about efficiency

Experts have bemoaned China’s poor record on energy efficiency, but power-hungry industries may at last be feeling the government’s cooling grip. In a series of statements and policies, Beijing has established aggressive targets for improving efficiency. Crucially, observers say, it seems to be serious.

“I’ve never seen a more active effort on energy efficiency in the 20 years I’ve been working with China. It’s just a complete turnaround,” said ...

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