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New Goal for Coal: The Struggle to Repurpose China’s Abandoned Mines
Former mines are being turned into public gardens and tourist attractions as China looks to a post-coal future, but the transition has not been smooth
Lights Off: China Finally Takes Action on Light Pollution
China is increasingly trying to tackle light pollution, a side effect of urbanization with severe consequences for human health and the ecosystem
What’s the Deal with Overpackaging in China?
Excess packaging creates millions of tons of waste each year. What can China do about this problem?
Power Down: Coal Shortages Leave Millions Cold
Soaring coal prices and environmental protection policies have led to power cuts and lack of heating this winter
Garbage Gangsters
China’s trash ban leads to illicit smuggling, debate on domestic recycling
The Cost of Clean Air
North China appears to be winning a war on smog, but it’s not without casualties
Beijing to halt all construction over smog fears
Winter is coming but new buildings are not
Green Star Over China
A glance at solar, wind, and biofuel projects that may change China’s technological landscape
E-Trash Talk
China is the number one producer of electronic waste, but there are solutions
Smog Questions You Were Too Shy to Ask
Don’t just nod along to your next PM2.5 talk: Let’s break down what smog actually is and where it comes from
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