A critical review of China's rapidly developing renewable energy and energy efficiency policies

Renewable energy and energy efficiency (REEE) policies have far-reaching implications for energy security, climate change, economic competitiveness, pollution, and human livelihood. For these reasons, REEE has become a national priority for the Chinese government, particularly since 2005. This paper...

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Published in:Renewable & sustainable energy reviews 2014-01, Vol.29, p.508-516
Main Author: Lo, Kevin
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
China
Economic data
Energy
Energy economics
Energy policy
Energy. Thermal use of fuels
Exact sciences and technology
General, economic and professional studies
Natural energy
Policy analysis
Rational use of energy: conservation and recovery of energy
Renewable energy and energy efficiency policies
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Summary:Renewable energy and energy efficiency (REEE) policies have far-reaching implications for energy security, climate change, economic competitiveness, pollution, and human livelihood. For these reasons, REEE has become a national priority for the Chinese government, particularly since 2005. This paper aims to critically review China's REEE policies in six sectors: electricity, industry, transportation, buildings, and local government. In addition to examining the progress China has made in the development and implementation of REEE policies, this review also identifies limitations and room for improvement. Finally, five policy recommendations are presented.
ISSN:1364-0321
1879-0690
DOI:10.1016/j.rser.2013.09.006