Stories by Deborah Seligsohn

China’s recent statements and policy initiatives demonstrate growing concerns about energy security, pollution and the ability to sustain long-term economic strategies for reducing poverty.

As December’s climate change talks approach, a new WRI report discusses the successes and challenges to effective regulation in China.

An aggressive energy intensity target and a national renewable energy standard highlight a suite of Chinese policies that will slow greenhouse gas emissions growth.

Note to Secretary Clinton: China is measuring its way to progress on climate change.

Energy Secretary Stephen Chu’s testimony reminds us that the coal challenge is global, and its solutions must be global too.

It may be counter-intuitive, but a global economic slowdown could help the United States and China work together on climate change.

An aggressive energy intensity target and a national renewable energy standard highlight a suite of Chinese policies that will slow greenhouse gas emissions growth.

This article originally appeared in China Economic Quarterly.

Are the Beijing Olympics a signal that China can pursue both economic growth and a cleaner environment?

Even with half of private cars off the road, Beijing remains wrapped in a haze of smog. The real causes of Beijing’s air quality woes lie elsewhere.