Leaders say 'ecological progress' is a priority, but air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from coal remain a problem
As the Chinese government prepares to make a leadership transition this week, the country faces conflicting pressures as it strives toward economic growth while wanting to reduce emissions.
While the country’s new leaders have declared “ecological progress” will be a priority, analysts at a World Resources Institute-led press teleconference said China must deal with series of inter-linked challenges– economic prosperity, energy security, mitigating climate change and social unrest – to make environmental strides.
See full Article: http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2013/mar/06/china-new-leadership-environmental-pressures
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