Coverage dated April 23, 2023

China approves coal power surge, risking "climate disasters," Greenpeace says

Headline from CBS News

New approvals for coal-fired power plants are fueling concern that China will backtrack on its goal to peak emissions by 2030.

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CBS News
China approves coal power surge, risking "climate disasters," Greenpeace says (opens CBS News)
Published Apr 23, 2023
CBS News's feed description
New approvals for coal-fired power plants are fueling concern that China will backtrack on its goal to peak emissions by 2030.
France 24
China approves coal power surge despite emissions pledge: Greenpeace (opens France 24)
Published Apr 23, 2023
France 24's feed description
China has approved a major surge in coal power so far this year, prioritising energy supply over its pledge to reduce emissions from fossil fuels, Greenpeace said Monday.
Al Jazeera
China approves coal surge despite emissions pledge: Greenpeace (opens Al Jazeera)
Published Apr 23, 2023
Al Jazeera's feed description
Approvals of coal-fired power plants fuel concerns that China will backtrack on goal to become carbon neutral by 2060.

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