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Lauri Myllyvirta: Is China a global climate leader?

Solving for Climate

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China's Energy Dilemma: Balancing Coal and Renewables

This chapter examines China's pivotal role in global climate change initiatives, highlighting its dual approach of expanding renewable energy while still heavily relying on coal. It discusses the challenges of achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 amidst ongoing fossil fuel usage and the complexities of energy data transparency. The conversation further addresses the implications of China's energy consumption patterns and the tensions between domestic demands and global climate responsibilities.

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