The Apparent “Paradox” in China's Climate Policies

The Apparent “Paradox” in China's Climate Policies

China, the world's largest energy consumer and greenhouse gas emitter, appears to have contradictory climate policies. While aggressively pursuing a renewable energy policy, Beijing is weak on a commitment to emissions reduction. The “paradox” can be reconciled on the basis of China's prio...

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Veröffentlicht in:Asian survey 2012-12, Vol.52 (6), p.1138-1160
1. Verfasser: Ong, Lynette H.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Climate change
Climate change policy
Climate policy
Developing countries
Economic development
Economic growth
Emissions
Emissions policy
Energy consumption
Energy efficiency
Energy industry
Environmental policy
Greenhouse effect
Industrial policy
Renewable energy
Renewable energy policy
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Zusammenfassung:China, the world's largest energy consumer and greenhouse gas emitter, appears to have contradictory climate policies. While aggressively pursuing a renewable energy policy, Beijing is weak on a commitment to emissions reduction. The “paradox” can be reconciled on the basis of China's priority for growth, which is critical in ensuring the Communist Party's grip on power.
ISSN:0004-4687
1533-838X
DOI:10.1525/as.2012.52.6.1138