ENVIRONMENT

Foresighting for a low-carbon future after COVID-19

China – the consumer of half the world’s coal supply – could be carbon neutral in three decades; the very thought should be occupying every waking minute of anyone who makes their living from global coal markets, believes BME's Joe Keenan.

Joe Keenan*
Coal power plant in Chengde, China (Source: iStock)

Coal power plant in Chengde, China (Source: iStock)

A recent report from the Energy Transitions Commission argues that China can do this without sacrificing economic growth or prosperity. It will shift toward a more circular economy, with far more efficient...

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