In the Transition to Renewable Energy, China Is at a Crossroads

Yale e360
Aug 19, 2025, 10:05 am28 pts
For the first time, wind and solar are beginning to displace coal power in China, causing emissions to drop. Analyst Lauri Myllyvirta explores the challenges ahead for policymakers, who must now choose between propping up coal or doubling down on the shift to clean energy. Read more on E360 →

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