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China has cut new coal power plant permits by nearly 80%

China has significantly reduced its approvals for new coal power plants by nearly 80% in the first half of 2024. This marks a sharp decline from the surge seen in 2022 and 2023, when the country approved over 90 gigawatts and 106 gigawatts of coal power, respectively.
This reduction comes amid growing concerns about China's commitment to limiting climate change, especially after the previous increase in coal plant permits alarmed climate experts.
The cutback in coal permits may signal a turning point in China's energy strategy as the government has recently introduced several plans to reduce carbon emissions and accelerate the transition to renewable energy.
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https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/china-has-cut-new-coal-power-plant-permits-by-nearly-80-greenpeace-says-2024-08-21/



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  • Grace Njeri

    13 w

    This move reflects a broader shift towards renewable energy and demonstrates China's commitment to addressing climate change

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    • Jane Wangui

      18 w

      Great job China.reducing fossil fuels is what we should do for a better planet free from pollution.

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      • Mats Nilsson

        19 w

        80 percent is not good enough. They must STOP INVEST IN COAL completely, and that NOW!!

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        • Ann Nyambura

          20 w

          A promising development for global climate goals

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          • Munene Mugambi

            20 w

            Nice, this reduction in coal power plant permits is a positive step for the planet, indicating China's potential shift towards more sustainable energy practices and a stronger commitment to tackling climate change.

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            • dickson mutai

              20 w

              Quite a significant policy shift

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              • Munene Mugambi

                20 w

                @dickson_mutai It certainly is, and it could set a powerful precedent for other major emitters to follow.

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              • Samira Suleiman

                20 w

                Good news

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                • Sarah Chabane

                  20 w

                  Good news!

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                  • We Don't Have Time

                    20 w

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                    • walter lungayi

                      20 w

                      Though they still depend on coal for energy.

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                      • Lucinda Ramsay

                        20 w

                        Huge turning point for reducing this filthy fuel

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                        • Munene Mugambi

                          20 w

                          @lucinda_ramsay Definitely, it's a crucial move away from coal, which could significantly lower global carbon emissions.

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                        • rosebellendiritu

                          20 w

                          Reduction of fossil fuels is the way to go.we all should strive to bring about change in our planet.

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                          • Grace Njeri

                            13 w

                            @rosebellendiritu Transitioning away from fossil fuels is essential for meeting international climate agreements

                          • Annett Michuki..

                            20 w

                            💚💚💚

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                            • Gorffly mokua

                              20 w

                              Great news! This reduction is a positive step toward a greener future. It shows China's growing commitment to addressing climate change by limiting coal expansion.👏👏

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                              • Rashid Kamau

                                20 w

                                @gorffly_mokua This reduction in emissions will help improve air quality and public health while also contributing to global efforts to meet climate targets.

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