China, the world’s top carbon polluter, could fall short on its climate targets after approving dozens of new coal plants, according to research published Thursday.
Carbon dioxide emissions have increased despite reduced economic growth in China. Read more here. China is at risk of missing major climate targets for 2025 and must reduce fossil fuel consumption while maintaining record renewable energy investment to get back on track, according to research.
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